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.

A viable business plan for a digital tech related product / service solutions to be ready for market in 12 to 18 months is essential.

Applicants must be a company registered and incorporated in Hong Kong less than 7 years upon application deadline of the programme.

Programme benefit

The following support is available to successful applicants:

Up to HK$500,000 financial assistance including:
- HK$100,000 Initial Working Capital Grant
- Up to HK$200,000 grant to be allocated upon completion of Six-monthly Progress Reviews
  - Stage 1: HK$50,000
  - Stage 2: HK$50,000
  - Stage 4 : HK$100,000*
- Up to HK$200,000 for Performance-driven 2-Tiered Assessment, covering the areas of:
  - Business Performance
  - Accumulated Investment Raised
  - Industrial Recognition
  - Overseas or Mainland China Expansion
  - Talents Development
  - Cyberport Engagement
Rent-free working space (only for incubatees who chose to work on-site at Cyberport)
Free use of Cyberport shared meeting rooms, conference rooms, co-working spaces and other facilities
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.

Meet our start-ups

Cyberport Incubation Programme has been a factor in the success of many exciting companies, including:

Snapask

On-demand learning app Snapask connects students with qualified tutors.

Air Button

An environmental friendly and battery free one-touch wireless control solution for multi-purpose phone control.

NexChange

A social network focused on building a network connecting the entire financial service professional industry worldwide.

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Note: Applicants are required to submit online applications via Cyberport Entrepreneurship Management System.

Please check out:

Incubation Guides and Notes for Applicants before submission.
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