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Cyberport Incubation Programme
Cyberport Incubation Programme supports entrepreneurs and start-ups with resources that aim to accelerate their growth.
In addition to a range of business and professional services, incubatees get up to HK$500,000 support over 24 months. Incubatees can participate in the programme on-site at Cyberport, or off-site at their own premises.
On top of Cyberport Incubation programme, Cyberport provides a comprehensive platform to foster success for digital tech entrepreneurs.
Funding amount
HK$100,000 initial working capital
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Funds of up to HK$200,000 will be released in phases after completing the six-month progress review
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Up to HK$200,000 in funds related to performance-driven evaluation
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Total: HK$500,000
Rent-free studio
Up to HK$500,000 financial assistance
Meeting with entrepreneurs and investors
Cyberport community resources
For more details about the Cyberport Incubation Program , please visit Cyberport or contact us
Eligibility
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A viable business plan whose products/services can be marketed within 12 to 18 months
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The applicant must be a Hong Kong-registered (or in the process of incorporation) technology limited company, and has been established for less than 7 years at the application deadline of this incubation program
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The company’s founding team must hold more than 51% of the company’s equity or control the company
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If your company is in the process of incorporation, the registration process must be completed within 30 days from the application deadline
Programme benefit
The following support is available to successful applicants:
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Up to HK$500,000 financial assistance including:
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HK$100,000 Initial Working Capital Grant
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Up to HK$200,000 grant to be allocated upon completion of Six-monthly Progress Reviews
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Stage 1: HK$50,000
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Stage 2: HK$50,000
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Stage 4 : HK$100,000*
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Up to HK$200,000 for Performance-driven 2-Tiered Assessment, covering the areas of:
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Business Performance
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Accumulated Investment Raised
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Industrial Recognition
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Overseas or Mainland China Expansion
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Talents Development
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Cyberport Engagement
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Rent-free working space (only for incubatees who chose to work on-site at Cyberport)
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Free use of Cyberport shared meeting rooms, conference rooms, co-working spaces and other facilities
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Meetings with entrepreneurs and investors, and networking opportunities
*Note: Audited Financial Statements/ Agreed-Upon Procedures Report should be submitted upon graduation to show expenses on Eligible Items during incubation period should be not less than HK$400,000. Eligible Items include the costs of:
(i) Equipment and Service Expenses at the Technology Centre or other Service Providers;
(ii) Training and Marketing Activities;
(iii) Promotion & Marketing Expenses;
(iv) Professional Service;
(v) Staffing; and
(vi) Business Operation Expenses.
