Deadline: 22-Oct-2025
The Star Venture Programme is now accepting applications from high-potential startups in Jordan and Azerbaijan, offering entrepreneurs the chance to scale their businesses with expert support and international exposure.
The programme is 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. Applicants must 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, and be committed to continuous engagement throughout the 24-month programme. The programme supports startups across diverse sectors but cannot work with companies involved in military products or services, gambling or tobacco.
Over the course of 24 months, selected startups will benefit from: business diagnostics workshop, business advisory, mentoring, access to finance, access to market, and cloud-computing services and e-learning.
Shortlisted startups from Jordan and Azerbaijan will have the opportunity to pitch to an international panel of experts and investors in the final selection round, creating pathways for visibility and potential partnerships. The application process is simple, taking no more than 30 minutes to complete, and offers early-stage ventures a chance to be part of a structured programme designed to accelerate growth.
The deadline for applications from Jordan is October 20th, 2025, while startups in Azerbaijan can apply until October 22nd, 2025. Selected ventures will benefit from a 24-month engagement journey that includes mentorship, capacity building, and access to wider opportunities for scale and impact.
For more information, visit EBRD.
