Saudi Unicorns — Scaleup Acceleration
Supports Saudi technology scaleups through non-cash growth acceleration and ecosystem access.
Saudi Unicorns is a non-cash scaleup acceleration program operated by Saudi Arabia's National Technology Development Program (NTDP), targeting rapidly growing Saudi technology companies positioned to reach unicorn status. The program does not award direct funding; all support is in-kind and service-based, delivered through NTDP's national innovation infrastructure.
Benefits include physical workspace at Riyadh Innovation Hubs, structured matchmaking with late-stage investors, access to a global network of mentors and unicorn coaches, corporate engagement and partnership programs, talent development support, international expansion advisory services, government entity facilitation, and global showcasing opportunities. Applications are submitted via the external portal saudiunicorns.net/en. Eligible companies must be Saudi-registered, demonstrate a successful business model, and show strong growth trajectory; specific cohort selection criteria and attendance requirements are not fully disclosed in publicly available NTDP materials. Apply Now was confirmed active as of May 2026.
Saudi Unicorns is best suited to high-growth Saudi tech companies at the growth or late-stage seeking investor access and government-facilitated international expansion, rather than early-stage ventures requiring capital. Because no cash is disbursed, applicants should evaluate the program's value through its network, visibility, and government-access components rather than any funding component.
Non-cash acceleration support for rapidly growing Saudi technology companies targeting unicorn status, including investor matchmaking, mentorship, talent development, government access, and international expansion advisory.
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