Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund

Accelerator Program

Accelerator Program

Launched in 2018 by the UAE Ministry of Finance, the MBRIF Accelerator is part of the larger AED 2 billion Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund, designed to support the UAE’s National Innovation Strategy.

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) Accelerator is a founder-focused, equity-free program launched by the UAE Ministry of Finance to support high-potential startups through personalized mentorship, market access, and strategic support. Open to global innovators, the program helps startups scale and align with the UAE’s national innovation priorities. It is open to startups from around the world operating in (or looking to launch in) the UAE.

6

6

Months

Months

Months

20-22

20-22

Startups per Cohort

Startups per Cohort

Startups per Cohort

7

7

Pillars

Pillars

Pillars

2

2

Cohorts

Cohorts

Cohorts

Startups We've Worked With:

Eligibility:

✔︎ Priority sectors - Does your innovation align to:

  • Tech, Education, Clean Energy, Water, Transport, Health, Space

✔︎ UAE Presence - Are you based in the UAE or interested in building a presence in the UAE?

✔︎ Startup Stage - Is your startup in the market stage and beyond?

✔︎Market Potential - Do you think your innovation has the potential to make a large impact?

Applications are now closed. For any inquiries, please reach out to us at Hello@springco.io

MBRIF Testimonials

What startups say about us

Ahmed Yahia

Founder of SURGIA

The MBRIF program is the launchpad for anyone who wants to enter the UAE market and build strong connections there. It provides comprehensive mentorship in several topics through a large network of experienced regional advisors.

Basil Mimi

Founder of  Mantas

The MBRIF program was a transformative experience for us at Mantas. Their support helped us sharpen our strategy, accelerate our journey, and connect with the right partners to scale our parametric insurance solutions. We're proud to have been part of a cohort driving meaningful innovation from the UAE.

Nabil Mhanna

Founder of BIRD

The MBRIF program was a customized experience that put us in the driver’s seat, giving us the freedom to steer the journey and get exactly what we needed - whether it was exposure, mentorship, or the right connections. A big thank you to the team for their support and guidance along the way!

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