Startup Benefits

More behind every startup.

AUIC connects founders with guidance, resources, infrastructure, and opportunities that can help their ventures move forward.

What a startup gains

  • Benefit 01 of 6

    Expert Mentorship

    Practical guidance to sharpen your idea, your model, and your next steps.

  • Benefit 02 of 6

    Accelerator Programs

    E-Lab accelerator programs, proof of concept, and the R&D accelerator program.

  • Benefit 03 of 6

    Intellectual Property and Commercialization

    Protect an invention, and prepare promising work for a commercial route.

  • Benefit 04 of 6

    Business Setup Support

    Understand the documents, the steps, and what has to be in place first.

  • Benefit 05 of 6

    Workspace and Technical Resources

    Spaces, facilities, tools, and practical resources to build and test in.

  • Benefit 06 of 6

    Partnerships and Market Access

    Connections to mentors, partners, industry networks, events, and openings.

Startup License

What a startup license costs

The fee depends on the applicant's status.

UAE nationals

License fee

AED1,000

Expected to include

  • Support in preparing the startup license application.
  • Access to AUIC's support services.
  • Access to AUIC facilities.
  • Access to AUIC programs and workshops.

Non-UAE nationals

License fee

AED3,000

Expected to include

  • Support in preparing the startup license application.
  • Access to AUIC's support services.
  • Access to AUIC facilities.
  • Access to AUIC programs and workshops.

Ask AUIC about a startup license