U.S. Market Access 2026

About

The U.S. Market Access program offers German startups expert guidance and tailored support to successfully expand into the U.S. market, focusing on customer discovery, market validation, and fundraising readiness, all at no cost.

Benefits

• 🚀Faster prioritization — Save time and money with quicker decision-making
• 📈Accelerate growth — Gain momentum on U.S. milestones
• 🤝Build connections — Strengthen conversations with customers, partners, and investors
• 📋Navigate complexity — Clarity on operational and legal essentials for scaling

Eligibility Criteria

• Company must be incorporated in Germany with specific legal forms
• Qualify as a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME)
• Be under the limit of the official EU De-minimis aid regulation

Participation Commitments

• Program duration from November 23, 2026, to April 4, 2027
• Attendance required for workshops and one-on-one mentoring sessions
• Participation in an immersion week from January 25 - 29, 2027

Target Region

Germany

Target Sector

Technology startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)