Where can startups get funding: 20 international accelerators

500 Fellowship by 500 Global
500 Global is recruiting founders for 500 Fellowship, a four-month in-person program in San Francisco. It will run from November 30, 2026, to April 9, 2027. Accepted companies can receive up to $50,000 in immediate investment, with the potential for up to an additional $1 million as they grow. The program is suitable for startups at the earliest stages: from idea to first users and revenue. Founders must already be in the US or planning to relocate within the next six months.

Application deadline: October 16

Founder Institute, online Silicon Valley cohort
Founder Institute is launching a new cohort for early-stage startup founders. The program is fully online, allowing participation from any country. Participants build their business step by step, work with mentors, and receive support from a community of founders. Top teams after graduation enter the fundraising program and attend online demo days. The course will run from October 21, 2026, to January 21, 2027. The enrollment fee is $1,199.

Application deadline: The date for the next cohort has not yet been announced.

WISE EdTech Accelerator
The WISE Accelerator by Qatar Foundation is seeking edtech startups from around the world. There are two tracks: international, for growth across multiple markets, and local, for entering the Qatari market. Over the course of a year, participants receive individual coaching, attend expert masterclasses, meet investors, and present at international events, including the WISE Summit in Doha. The program is suitable for commercial startups at the seed to pre-Series A stage with a working product, initial sales, and raised investments of up to $500,000. The program starts in January 2027.

Application deadline: October 31, 2026

a16z speedrun SR008
Andreessen Horowitz is accepting applications for SR008, the next cohort of the speedrun accelerator. The program will take place in person in San Francisco from February 1 to April 16, 2027. Startups can receive up to $1 million in investment and over $10 million in credit lines from partners. Teams receive help finding customers, hiring employees, and preparing for Demo Day. Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered for the next cohort.

Application deadline: November 1, 11:59 PM Pacific Time

Startmate Summer ’27
Startmate, an accelerator in Australia and New Zealand, has opened applications for its 14-week program. It will run from February 1 to May 7, 2027, primarily remotely, with three in-person weeks. Each startup receives 120,000 Australian dollars. Participation is free. Teams from other countries can also apply if they have a strong connection to Australia or New Zealand.

Application deadline: November 1, 04:59 AM Pacific Time

Y Combinator, Winter 2027 Cohort
Y Combinator is accepting applications for the Winter 2027 cohort. The program will take place from January to March in San Francisco. YC invests in the startup immediately after selection, without waiting for the program to begin. Each company also gains access to partner credits and discounts totaling over $12 million. Interviews take place via video call in November and December, and decisions for on-time applications will be released by December 11.

Application deadline: November 2, 8:00 PM Pacific Time

Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator ERA
ERA, an accelerator based in New York, is recruiting startups for its Winter 2027 program. It lasts four months and starts on January 11, 2027. Each company receives $150,000 in investment for 6% equity via SAFE and the opportunity for additional funding. ERA alumni have already raised over $2.5 billion in investment.

Application deadline: November 2

Founders Club by Startup Wise Guys
Startup Wise Guys is recruiting participants for its 21st cohort of Founders Club. This is a three-month online program where you can find a co-founder, validate your idea, build an MVP, and prepare for initial investments. Both individual specialists and early B2B startups from various countries can apply. Participation costs €1,000 plus VAT for one person and €1,500 plus VAT for a team. At the end of the program, top startups may receive up to €100,000 in investment. The program starts on November 12, 2026.

Application deadline: November 2; the cohort may close early.

Entrepreneurs First, Bangalore Program
Entrepreneurs First helps talented individuals find a co-founder and build a startup from scratch—even without a ready-made idea. The winter program starts in February 2027. For the first 14 weeks, participants work in Bangalore, and then relocate to San Francisco for another three months. EF provides a grant during the idea-search phase and invests up to $250,000 after the company is formed. The team assists candidates from other countries with visa processing.

Application deadline: November 2 for the second selection round

Techstars, Spring 2027 Programs
Techstars has opened applications for its Spring 2027 programs in various cities and industries, including the AI Health track in Baltimore. The three-month programs start on March 8, 2027, and Demo Day will take place on June 3. Each startup receives up to $220,000 in investment, mentor support, and access to the global Techstars network. Applications submitted after the deadline may be considered for a general pool.

Application deadline: November 18 for specific spring programs

Alliance ALL19
Alliance, an accelerator for crypto, fintech, and AI startups, is recruiting teams for its 19th cohort. The program starts on January 11, 2027: the first two weeks are spent in New York, followed by eight weeks of remote work. Each startup receives $400,000 upon admission and another $400,000 at the seed round. Participation is free, and interview invitations are sent within a week of applying.

Application deadline: November 18

AppWorks Accelerator #34
AppWorks, a founder community in Asia, is preparing its 34th accelerator cohort in Taiwan. The program is completely free: AppWorks takes no equity in the company and charges no fees. Participants work with mentors, meet with corporations and investors, and then present at Demo Day in Taiwan and Southeast Asian countries. The program starts in March 2027, with Demo Day scheduled for June.

Application deadline: December 2026. Applications open in October.

Hub71 Access Programme
Hub71, the technology ecosystem of Abu Dhabi, is accepting applications for its startup support program. Startups receive 250,000 dirhams in partner service benefits and 250,000 dirhams in investment via SAFE. At least one founder must relocate to Abu Dhabi and build their team there. Applications submitted after the deadline may be considered for the next cohort.

Application deadline: February 2027

PearX
PearX by Pear VC is a 12-week program for pre-seed startup founders. Pear invests between $500,000 and $2 million in each company and provides $4.5 million in credits and discounts. Each cohort includes no more than 25 teams, ensuring each works personally with a fund partner. The winter cohort runs from January to April, during which participants relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Application deadline: October 4; applications are accepted year-round

Antler
Antler, an international early-stage investor, is recruiting founders for its residency programs. The next cohort in Tokyo starts on November 2, 2026; in Australia on February 8, 2027; in Seoul and Lagos on March 15; and in Nairobi on March 22. In the US, Canada, and Northern European countries, recruitment may be year-round. You can apply even without a ready-made idea or team.

Application deadline: Depends on the country and specific program. Early application is recommended.

HAX by SOSV
HAX is an SOSV program for Pre-Seed startups in HardTech: energy, computing, transportation, medical technology, and manufacturing. Startups receive $550,000 in initial investment and work with a team of engineers and scientists at the headquarters in Newark, USA. HAX helps turn complex development into a ready-to-market product, find initial customers, and prepare for the next funding round.

Application deadline: Rolling admissions

500 Global in Eurasia
500 Global is recruiting startups from Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. The program lasts 12 weeks: part of it takes place in Tbilisi, and part is online. Selected companies are offered $100,000 in investment. The program is suitable for startups with a working prototype, initial revenue, and potential for global market expansion.

Application deadline: Applications are accepted year-round

Flagship Accelerator by Startup Wise Guys
The flagship program by Startup Wise Guys is designed for B2B startups with a working MVP, a team of at least two people, and initial customers. Priority is given to AI and automation, cybersecurity, energy, IoT, and industry-specific solutions. About 80% of the program is conducted online, with the remainder taking place in person in Tallinn. Startups can receive up to €100,000 in convertible investment. The program cost is €35,000; additionally, participants may be eligible for an extra €250,000. There are no country restrictions.

Application deadline: November 2

Iterative, Winter 2027 Cohort
Iterative, an accelerator based in Singapore, is accepting applications for its winter cohort, which will run from February to May 2027. The fund invests between $150,000 and $500,000 for 10–15% of the company after selection and charges no participation fee. The program begins with a four-day in-person meeting, followed by remote work. At the end, startups present at Demo Day to investors.

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

Alchemist Accelerator
Alchemist, a Silicon Valley accelerator for B2B and enterprise startups with strong technical founders, offers a six-month program that includes a personal coach, workshops on sales and go-to-market strategies, and assistance with fundraising and Demo Day preparation. Over 750 startups have passed through Alchemist, collectively raising over $5 billion. Alumni include Loadex AI from Bishkek.

Application deadline: Depends on the cohort