Launch or scale your technology startup in Qatar.
SDA supports international technology founders assessing Qatar as a startup base, preparing a credible business case, setting up the company, preparing applications for relevant startup programs and building the commercial systems needed to launch and scale.
Startup Qatar Investment Program
START · PoC / MVPLaunch in Qatar
Startup Qatar describes the START track for technology founders with a Proof of Concept or Minimum Viable Product seeking to establish operations in Qatar. Support is subject to program eligibility, selection, due diligence and agreed milestones.
GROW · ExpansionScale into Qatar
The GROW track targets established technology startups seeking to expand into Qatar. Program support is subject to qualification, selection and milestone-based deployment.
Global Tech Founders → Qatar
AI, B2B SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, Cybersecurity, PropTech, marketplaces and other innovative businesses can explore Qatar's startup ecosystem.
Technology areas highlighted by Startup Qatar
AI & Machine Learning
B2B SaaS
FinTech
HealthTech
ClimateTech & EnergyTech
Cybersecurity
PropTech
Marketplaces
Supply Chain Tech
IoT & Big Data
Robotics & Drones
EduTech, SportsTech and AgriTech
The official program states that its priority-sector list is not exhaustive and is open to other innovative and disruptive startups.
Entrepreneur residency
Invest Qatar currently publishes a long-term self-sponsored residency pathway for early-stage and scaling entrepreneurs endorsed by a recognized local incubator. The application journey and documentary requirements depend on the applicant's status and official program process.
Official Invest Qatar Residency Program ↗
How SDA can prepare a tech startup for Qatar
Startup eligibility and Qatar market-entry assessment
Business plan and investor-ready commercial narrative
Market-gap research and customer validation
Financial model, pricing and revenue strategy
Pitch deck and application documentation
Incubator and program application preparation
Qatar company setup coordination
Entrepreneur-residency documentation support
Website, MVP, WebApp, mobile app and CRM development
Go-to-market, SEO, performance marketing and lead generation