Are you a high-potential startup in WestBank and Gaza looking to scale rapidly? 🚀
The EBRD Star Venture Programme is here to help you accelerate your growth! Apply by September 15th 2025, to join the competitive 24-month support programme.
The programme includes:
🔍 Access to a global network of mentors and advisors
📈 Tailored business diagnostics and consulting projects
🌐 Online/in-person mentoring sessions
💼 Opportunities for international expansion and financing
🤝 Connections with global business partners and high-level executives
Please note that The EBRD Star Venture program in the West Bank & Gaza is co-funded by the European Union.
For Western Balkans Applicants
We are currently accepting applications from high-potential startups in the Western Balkans. The deadline to apply is September 8th, 2025. Please refer to the eligibility criteria below before applying.
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 start-ups across diverse sectors but cannot work with companies involved in military products or services, gambling or tobacco.