Competition & Award
5th CEE Startup Voucher Competition 2025
Apply by Sep 14, 2025
About
The 5th CEE Startup Voucher Competition 2025 is an exciting opportunity for early-stage innovative startups in Central and Eastern Europe to compete for a minimum cash prize of €20,000, receive expert feedback, and gain valuable connections to help them expand into international markets, with the finals taking place in November 2025.
Benefits
- Minimum cash prize of €20,000
- Innovation vouchers from business partners
- Expert feedback to refine business plans
- Valuable connections with investors, mentors, and potential international partners
- Opportunity to enter international markets
Eligibility Criteria
- Startup must be established within the last 5 years
- Product or service must have technological or innovative characteristics
- Development stage can be prototype, MVP, early growth, or later stages
- Participants must be prepared to present in person at the finals
Target Region
Central and Eastern Europe
Target Sector
All Industries
CEE Startup Network, INOVIA