The QSTP Incubation Center is a technology-focused program that aims to foster local tech entrepreneurship in Qatar.
It is focused on accelerating the establishment and growth of promising tech start-ups through rapid incorporation in the QSTP Free Zone, collaborative co-working space, business facilitation and support services which includes access to a network of mentors, access to funding programs, training and prototyping facilities.
Incubation Process
Submit
Applicant submits their incubation application through this link: https://qstp.incubatorportal.com/apply/incubator
In-Person Interview
Interview to evaluate the potential success of the startup
Review & Approval
Applicant submits detailed information for review and approval of QSTP to incubate the company
Legal Agreement
QSTP prepares and finalizes required legal agreements for incorporation
Project Monitoring
Follow up and report quarterly against the defined success factors
Graduation
Move to tenancy or dissolve
What’s in it for you
- Quick and affordable incorporation in the QSTP Free Zone
- One year of free co-working space and subsidized business support services
- Mentorship, training, workshops, and networking events
- Access to prototyping facilities, QSTP funding programs, network of mentors, and QSTP’s tenant network of high-tech companies and R&D centers
Eligibility
- The team possesses an understanding of product development and is passionate, committed, and unwavering in their desire to see their startup succeed
- The team demonstrates the ability to execute their idea — this may mean building a preliminary prototype, market validation, acquiring users, or attracting investors
- The team has at least one founder committed full-time to the startup
- The program is open to Qatari citizens and residents
- The full-time co-founder(s) own at least 20% of the business
