Portugal continues to offer a strong set of active opportunities for startups and technology-driven companies in 2026. These programmes, promoted by national and regional public entities, support different stages of business development, from idea validation to deep tech funding and international expansion.
 

Below is a structured overview of the main opportunities currently open for applications, including objectives, eligibility criteria, deadlines and direct application links.

StartUP Voucher 2025–2026

IAPMEI | Startup Portugal

What it is
A support programme for young entrepreneurs developing innovative and technology-based business ideas, combining financial support with mentoring and incubation.

What it offers

• Monthly financial grant
• Specialised mentoring
• Access to the National Incubation Network
• Business model development support

Who can apply

• Young people up to 29 years old
• University degree completed
• No employment or academic enrolment
• Early-stage business ideas
• Projects located in the North, Centre or Alentejo regions

Application deadline
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Applications
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Business Abroad 2026

Startup Portugal

What it is
An internationalisation programme supporting Portuguese startups to participate in international technology and innovation events.

What it offers

• Support for participation in global events
• Organised international missions
• International visibility and strategic networking
• Access to investors and new markets

Who can apply

• Startups based in Portugal
• Recognised Startup or Scaleup status
• Proprietary technological product
• Active company website
• Independent companies

Application deadlines
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Applications
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IFIC Deep Tech – Tech Foundry Portugal

Portuguese Development Bank | PRR

What it is
A funding and acceleration programme for deep tech startups, under the Portuguese Recovery and Resilience Plan.

What it offers

• Funding up to €750,000 per project
• Structured acceleration programme
• Support for technology validation and market entry

Who can apply

• Science- and technology-based startups
• Technology readiness level TRL ? 4
• High innovation potential
• Strong links to the scientific and technological system

Application deadline
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Applications
???? https://startupportugal.com/pt/programs/tech-foundry-portugal-deep-tech-edition-pt/

Centro 2030 – Business Investment in the Space Sector

What it is
A Centro 2030 programme call, funded by FEDER, supporting micro and small enterprises operating in the space sector and related technologies.

What it supports

• Business creation or expansion
• Development of innovative technological products and services
• Space-related technologies, including:
  • Data and software
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Advanced digital systems

Who can apply

• Micro and small enterprises
• Projects located in the Centre Region
• Early-stage or scaling companies
• Strong technological and innovation focus

Application deadline
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Applications

???? https://centro2030.pt/2026/01/05/centro-2030-abre-concurso-para-apoiar-o-investimento-empresarial-no-setor-do-espaco/