Hub71 Access Programme
Subsidised housing, office and visas in Abu Dhabi plus AED 250k of perks to relocate your…
Record checked Oct 21, 2026 · official source confirmed 14 Nov, 06:00 UTC
Summary
Abu Dhabi's government-backed tech hub gives selected pre-seed to Series A startups AED 250,000 of in-kind incentives (office, housing, health insurance, licensing and visa support) plus AED 250,000 cash via SAFE, in a 12-month programme.
Dream spread
Subsidised housing, office and visas in Abu Dhabi plus AED 250k of perks to relocate your startup to the Gulf.
Relocation reality check
The AED 250k cash is equity (SAFE), only the AED 250k in-kind package is non-dilutive; at least one founder must relocate long-term to Abu Dhabi; Cohort 21 deadline is February 2027 with a September 2027 start.
Your fit signals
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Reality engine
Four lenses on whether this move fits you — tap a panel to see the logic behind each signal.
Eligibility
Tech startups from pre-seed to Series A selected through a four-round process; at least one founder relocating to Abu Dhabi.
Conditions
The program's rules on record, blockers first. Confirm each on the official source.
Family members not covered
CautionDependants are not included in this program — each family member needs their own route.
Costs & money
The amounts & terms on record from the official source. USD figures are estimates.
- Incentive
- 250,000 AEDConditions apply — read the catch before counting on it.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Property purchase
- Not required
- Tax
- UAE has no personal income tax; corporate tax rules apply to the entity.
True cost to move
Upfront cash, reimbursements, and net position after approval — not headline incentive amounts.
- Flights & logistics$1,200
- Temporary housing (90 days)$2,400
Application roadmap
A practical sequence — adjust for your consulate and timeline.
1. Confirm official eligibility
Read the primary government source.
2. Gather income & employment proof
Bank statements, contracts, or tax records.
3. Book consulate / immigration appointment
Slots vary by country and season.
4. Prepare health coverage
Meet minimum coverage rules before arrival.
Meet people before you go
We are still curating 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates-specific communities. Meanwhile, these global boards answer relocation questions every day.
Communities being curated — start with r/expats meanwhile
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Life abroad, country comparisons, honest post-move retrospectives.
Source trail
Official links, the line we checked, and when we last checked it.
“"AED 250,000 worth of flexible incentives"; "At least one founder is expected to commit to relocating long-term"”
Primary official sourceLast checked Oct 21, 2026- Secondary referenceLast checked Oct 21, 2026
Rule changes
CasaSedora last checked the official source on 14 Nov 2026. Changes appear here once two independent automated checks agree on them, or a person confirms them.
No rule changes recorded since monitoring began.
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