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SUITABLE FOR BERLIN-BASED COMPANIES
This program accepts startups worldwide (international startups welcome).
Requirement: Open to tech-based startups from any country (no Chile registration required).
Equity-free funding: $15K-$75K USD depending on program stage.
See BERLIN_COMPANY_RECOMMENDATIONS.md for more programs suitable for Berlin-based companies.


Startup Chile - Government-Backed Accelerator

Overview

Startup Chile is a government-backed seed accelerator established in 2010 to attract high-potential entrepreneurs globally and position Chile as a global innovation hub. The program provides equity-free funding and comprehensive support for tech-based startups from around the world.

Managing Body

CORFO (Chilean Economic Development Agency) / Startup Chile

Funding Type

Equity-free funding and acceleration program for tech-based startups

Funding Amount

Program offerings vary by stage:

  • Build: Pre-acceleration program for early-stage startups
    • 15 million CLP (~USD $15,000) equity-free funding
    • 4-month program
  • Ignite: Acceleration program for startups with functional product
    • 25 million CLP (~USD $25,000) equity-free funding
    • 4-month program
  • Growth: For established startups in scaling stage
    • 75 million CLP (~USD $75,000) equity-free funding
    • Program duration varies

Deadlines

  • STATUS: OPEN (as of November 2025)
  • Programs open applications periodically
  • Check Startup Chile website for current intake dates
  • Applications typically open multiple times per year
  • Example: Recent call opened November 7th at 13:00 hrs GMT-3

Eligibility

  • Open to startups worldwide ( Berlin-based companies eligible)
  • Tech-based startups from any country
  • Various stages accepted (early-stage to scaling)
  • Must demonstrate innovation potential
  • No Chile registration required (international startups welcome)

Thematic Focus

  • Technology-based startups
  • Innovation across all sectors
  • Digital solutions
  • Scalable business models
  • Global market potential

Relevance to City Resource Graph

  • International accelerator opportunity
  • Equity-free funding for platform development
  • Access to Latin American market
  • Global entrepreneur network (over 1,800 startups from 85+ countries)
  • Pilot opportunities in Chile
  • Platform for scaling internationally

Application Checklist

Pre-Application Requirements

  • Verify startup is tech-based and innovative
  • Determine program stage:
    • Build: Early-stage (prototype/MVP) OR
    • Ignite: Functional product ready OR
    • Growth: Established startup scaling
  • Confirm international eligibility ( Berlin-based companies welcome)
  • Prepare for potential relocation to Chile (program duration)
  • Check current application deadlines on website

Required Documents

  • Startup registration documents (home country is fine - no Chile registration needed)
  • Business plan/pitch deck
  • Product/prototype description
  • Team description and CVs
  • Market analysis
  • Funding request and budget
  • Innovation and scalability demonstration

Application Steps

  1. Visit Startup Chile website
  2. Check current application deadlines and intake dates
  3. Select appropriate program (Build/Ignite/Growth)
  4. Register and complete online application
  5. Submit required documents
  6. Prepare for potential interview/pitch
  7. If accepted, prepare for relocation to Chile (program duration)

Program Selection Guidance

  • Build: Early-stage with prototype/MVP (~$15K, 4 months)
  • Ignite: Functional product, ready to scale (~$25K, 4 months)
  • Growth: Established startup, scaling stage (~$75K)
  • Consider program duration and relocation requirements

International Advantages

  • Equity-free funding - no dilution
  • No Chile registration required - international startups welcome
  • Access to network of 1,800+ startups from 85+ countries
  • Latin American market access
  • Government-backed program (stability and credibility)
  • Visa support provided for program participants

Post-Submission

  • Save confirmation and reference number
  • Monitor application status
  • Prepare for potential interview/pitch
  • If accepted, plan for relocation to Chile
  • Prepare for program participation (4 months for Build/Ignite)

Application Tips

  • Highly international program - has supported startups from 85+ countries
  • Equity-free funding - no dilution for founders
  • Demonstrate innovation and scalability
  • Show global market potential
  • Leverage program for Latin American market access
  • Perfect for Berlin-based companies - open to international startups
  • Consider Build or Ignite for platform development
  • Network benefits: access to 3,000+ startups and 6,000+ founders globally