Qatar FinTech Hub (QFTH), a pioneering initiative led by Qatar Development Bank in collaboration with Qatar Central Bank and Qatar Financial Center, has announced the commencement of applications for Wave 6 of its esteemed FinTech Incubator & Accelerator Program. This program is designed to bolster the FinTech ecosystem in Qatar and aligns with the national strategies for FinTech and overall development.

Program Overview

• Duration: 12 weeks

• Type: Pre-Seed Investment and Follow-On Investment support

• Focus: FinTech startups

Key Benefits

• Skill-building and specialized workshops

• Business development opportunities with key ecosystem players

• One-on-one mentorship with subject matter experts

• Regulatory and commercial licensing support

• Pre-seed investment of up to $170,000

Eligibility Criteria

• Innovative FinTech solutions

• Startups from early to growth stages

1. Business Incubation Program

   • Targeted at early to MVP stage startups

2. Business Acceleration Program

   • Designed for startups with live market traction

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 17, August 2024

• Program Start: September 2024

• Demo Day: December 2024

Why Apply?

The FinTech Incubator & Accelerator Program offers a unique opportunity to:

• Refine your FinTech product

• Expand your market reach

• Connect with key industry players

• Accelerate your business growth

• Adapt solutions to market needs

How to Apply 

Interested FinTech startups can submit applications through the Qatar FinTech Hub’s official website.

With QFTH's support and resources, don't miss this chance to accelerate your FinTech startup's growth. Apply now to be part of the thriving FinTech ecosystem in Qatar!

Since its establishment in 2020, Qatar FinTech Hub (QFTH) has been instrumental in fostering the FinTech ecosystem in Qatar. It has supported over 100 FinTech startups directly and indirectly, with a Pre-Seed Investment exceeding USD 9 million in 70 FinTech startups from 28 different countries. QFTH has committed over USD 16 million for Pre-Seed Investment from FY 2020 to 2028 to support an additional 50 FinTech startups over the next five years.