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Explore our latest open calls for applications below. Shortlisted startups will have the opportunity to pitch to an international panel of experts and investors in the final selection round. 

The application takes no more than 30 minutes to complete. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Open call for applications:

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Central Asia

We are currently accepting applications from high-potential startups in Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan). The deadline to apply is November 30th, 2025. Please refer to the eligibility criteria below before applying.

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Azerbaijan

We are currently accepting applications from high-potential startups in Azerbaijan. The deadline to apply is December 8th, 2025. Please refer to the eligibility criteria below before applying.

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Lebanon

We are currently accepting applications from high-potential startups in Lebanon. The deadline to apply is November 30th, 2025. Please refer to the eligibility criteria below before applying.

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Türkiye

We are currently accepting applications from high-potential startups with a solution serving financial services in Türkiye, delivered in partnership with Mastercard. The deadline to apply is November 30th, 2025. Please refer to the eligibility criteria below before applying. Please note that startups with revenues exceeding EUR 1 million may apply if they are still at pre-Series A stage.

Eligibility criteria

We are looking for tech-enabled ventures that are based in one of the EBRD's participating countries of operations and have the potential for significant scale and an annual turnover of less than € 1 million. 

You must meet the following criteria:

  • Offer an innovative, scalable tech-driven solution or business model. 
  • Qualify as an SME under the EU definition. 
  • Have an annual turnover of less than EUR 1 million. 
  • Operate in at least one EBRD country of operation. 
  • Be majority-owned by citizens of the relevant EBRD country. 
  • Be less than 10 years old (fewer than 10 years since company registration). 
  • Be committed to continuous engagement throughout the 24-month programme. 

We support startups across diverse sectors but cannot work with companies involved in military products or services, gambling or tobacco.