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Top 35 VC Funds and Angel Investors in Dubai


United Arab Emirates is MENA's (the Middle East and North Africa) premiere tech hotspot, home to startups attracting high levels of venture capital investments in the region. UAE has the highest concentration of scaleups within MENA, with a recorded number of 251 scaleups (42% of total) raising collectively $5.4 billion (60% of total).


With year-on-year growth since 2015, the development of the UAE startup economy has been massive and undoubtedly impactful - and it shows no signs of slowing down. To seize this opportunity, there is no better door than through the leading tech hub of the region, Dubai. Keep reading to find the full list of VCs and Angel Investors in Dubai!



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Why Should You Raise Funds in Dubai?


As previous research has shown, startups and scaleups tend to aggregate around one main hub per country, usually the capital city. This holds true in the MENA region. Dubai alone hosts 229 scaleups (39% of the total recorded in MENA), attracting close to $5.2 billion in funding (approximately 57% of the total available in the region, and 95% percent of the UAE funding). The capital city is where you'll find the region's tech giants making record-breaking deals, such as Noon, Careem, Souq.com, Kitopi, and Namshi.


To further accelerate the development of the future economy, in 2020 the Dubai Council launched the Dubai Future District initiative, a new space with a fully integrated, end-to-end entrepreneurial ecosystem thriving with startups, venture capitalists, and emerging technology solutions. This set the stage for the launch of an AED 1 billion fund to support venture growth in Dubai, financing companies that will operate out of the district to drive Dubai's economy.


Many more are following suit with initiatives being introduced in the city to create the ultimate innovation system and investment environment. With progressive government policies and a supportive regulatory environment, there is no question why Dubai is the hotbed of ventures and investments in the region. More and more scaleups are also moving their headquarters to Dubai to not miss out on the growth wheel the city is on - and it is one you should jump in if you're serious about growing your business in MENA.





What's the Difference Between an Angel Investor and a Venture Capital Fund?


Angel Investors: High net-worth individuals who invest their personal funds into promising businesses, either personally or collectively through membership in an angel group. They would usually be the first round of funds that a startup may raise, as they tend to fund early-stage businesses if they share an interest or expertise in the field. They would invest a lower amount of funds and naturally receive lesser equity in exchange. They would usually undertake minimal roles, acting simply as mentors to help in decision-making.


Venture Capitalists: A firm comprised of teams that manage funds from third parties to finance developing business ventures. As such, they have stricter funding conditions and take more time in due diligence and making investment decisions. They would usually invest in growth or late-stage companies that have shown significant traction, but recently a number of VCs have begun to fund early-stage ventures. They would invest a much higher amount of funds and receive higher equity in exchange. They would also like to take an active role in the management of the business, often assisting in various areas such as business networking, product development, sales and marketing, further fundraising, and more.


Below, in no particular order, is our complete rundown of both these types of investment entities in the region.





Venture Capitalist Funds in Dubai


The venture capitalist funds below are actively looking for investment opportunities in diverse sectors and at different stages. The stages stated do not limit the possibility of getting funding if your company is at any stage other than what is listed. All quoted investment ranges are in US Dollars.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $36 million

  • Focus: Software, SaaS, Mobile, Information Technology, E-Commerce


Established in 2013, Arzan VC invests in tech companies at an early stage, with 43 companies in over 10 countries included in their portfolio. Some notable companies that have exited through IPO or acquisition are Onfleet, Careem, and Swvl. To pitch to them, you have to fulfill some conditions:

  1. MENA angle

  2. Tech startups

  3. Early-stage (Pre-Seed to Series A)

  4. Industry agnostic (but no gaming, content & hardware intense startups)

  5. MVP ready



  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Pre-Series A, Series A

  • Investment Value: $4 million - $41 million

  • Focus: FinTech, Proptech, Logistics, Mobile, EdTech


Iliad partners invest in MENA startups with a focus on UAE and Saudi Arabia, as well as in global startups with innovative technologies solving local challenges in the region and are seeking entry to the MENA market. They look for highly-scalable, post-revenue technology companies that are primarily in B2B markets. With operating experience and a regional network, they take a hands-on approach to supporting their startups' business development. Spanning from access to key clients and strategic partnerships, market access and regional expansion, talent recruitment, development of Finance function, and further fundraising, they will actively support you throughout your journey. Some of their investments are Trukker, Oseven, and Fetchr.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $7 million

  • Focus: E-Commerce, Internet, Software, Retail, FinTech


Jabbar Internet Group is one of the most active and successful VCs in the region. The exit of their portfolio company, Souq to Amazon in 2017, was one of the largest transactions in the region. Another success story is Instashop, acquired by Delivery Hero in 2020 which also became one of the biggest tech deals in the region. Way before that, they paved the way for the successful exit of Maktoob, built by the team in Jabbar to become the largest internet property, which was acquired by Yahoo in 2009. Safe to say, Jabbar is the VC where exceptional founders and big ideas can get real and get big.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: -

  • Focus: E-Commerce, SaaS, Marketing


Performous is a VC as well as a services company that dwells in the E-commerce, content, and domain monetization industries. They also invest their own funds in early-stage companies to help get realize ideas, build products, grow teams, and access funding. With services spanning validation and planning, setup and support, branding and positioning, funding, hiring and outsourcing, product design and build, marketing and lead generation, and networking and partnerships; they are well-equipped in assisting you in all areas of your venture.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $3 million - $37 million

  • Focus: FinTech, Enterprise Software, Mobility, HealthTech, FoodTech, Digital Media

VentureSouq is a thesis-driven investment firm that focuses on early-stage companies that have a long-term impact across large markets. They promote conscious investing and are interested in ventures that harness the power of technology to address societal, economic, and environmental challenges. They add value through their platform comprising of a large network of VCs, institutions, corporates, and other investors; offering connections to help expand and grow their portfolio companies. Their portfolio companies include CSPA, goDutch, Volopay, Zenda, and many more.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: -

  • Focus: Healthcare, Life Sciences


Investing in humankind, SX2 Ventures is a VC dedicated to the business of life sciences and the human care sector. Supporting innovation within the field, they focus on four key areas: life sciences, longevity, specialized care including dementia care, and emerging market healthcare solutions. For them, it is more than just business - all of their projects must create value across financial, experiential, and benefit humankind. They're always actively searching for companies that fit into their parameters, so enquiring them about venture opportunities might be beneficial.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: ~ $5 million

  • Focus: Technology


IC Global Partners is a VC that invests in early-stage tech companies. To date, they have 3 portfolios generating revenues: STAMP, a VAT-free shopping service that lets you claim back 100% of VAT while traveling, What3Words, a geocoding system for the communication of locations, and Gokada, an on-demand motorbike hailing service headquartered in Lagos.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $62 million

  • Focus: Deep Tech, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency

Focusing on blockchain and crypto projects, NewTribe Capital is a fund that participates in seed and private sale allocation of early-stage ventures. They have an impressive record, having $100 million assets under management with over 150 investments and 33x return on capital deployed. Believing in the disruptive capabilities of blockchain technology, they are excited about finding founders and ideas that have a market and technology fit. As part of their portfolio, you'll benefit from market access with key players in the blockchain ecosystem, mentoring by industry experts, marketing support and strategic partnerships, and assistance in team expansion.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: -

  • Focus: Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Digital Asset


With the vision to become the leading global partner for projects in the crypto, blockchain, and digital asset community, Cypher Capital offer early-stage investments in blockchain projects. As part of their offering, they will provide market access to the MENA region by improving end-user adoption and increasing campaign enrollment, including social media reach. Furthermore, they also provide mentoring and advisory expertise for founders throughout the prototype and pilot stages. Finally, they will assist you in building partnerships with influential companies across the region and expanding your business. Some of their featured investments are Splinterlands, Rainfall, Matterless and Auki Labs.


  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $62 million

  • Focus: Metaverse, Web 3.0 Infrastructure, DeFi, NFT, DAO, Disruptive Technologies


Coming from the Latin word 'ceres' meaning 'growth', Ceras Ventures invests in early-stage disruptive Web 3.0 and blockchain startups to drive sustainable growth within the recent economic transition. Striving for growth and value creation within the ecosystem, they have invested in over 50 projects with $60 million investment value. Some of their most successful portfolio companies are Solana, Polkadot, Republic, and Kava.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $6 million - $100 million

  • Focus: FinTech, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, SaaS, Big data, Marketplaces


As the name suggests, Enabling Future is a VC with one mission: enhancing the quality of people's everyday lives and the world we live in through technological advancements. As such, they look for companies that share three core characteristics: desirability, feasibility, and viability. In turn, they add value to their portfolio companies by providing capital, sharing deep-sector insights and experience, helping entrepreneurs in early-stage planning and go-to-market strategy, and providing extensive international and sector-specific networks including GCC, Europe, and the US. Their portfolio spans multiple countries, some of them are Babil Games, Komainu, Trifacta, Biconomy, and more.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $300,000 - $2 million

  • Focus: Logistics & Transportation, Travel, Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Technology


Prime Venture Partners invests in early-stage companies that are revolutionizing traditional businesses. They seek entrepreneurs with an innovative approach to transform industries for the future. Beyond capital, they advise portfolio companies on business-building based on prior experience in investing in various markets and running their own businesses. Some of their portfolio companies are Load-Me, PalleTech, and PixelBug.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $50,000 - $1 million

  • Focus: HealthTech, FinTech, Transportation & Logistics, SaaS, Smart Cities, AI, IoT


Turn8 is a unique VC with a model of venture capital as a service, creating and managing VC fund syndicates that invest in technology startups. The firm is comprised of programs including an accelerator, venture studio, incubator, corporate venture capital, or fund-of-funds. To date, they have helped over 30 corporate partners in their corporate venturing initiatives, accelerated 120 startups, and invested $150 million in early-stage startups through several CVC funds, angel networks, and syndicates. As a founder, you can apply to their venture studio to build your product, acquire your first customers, create a startup, and scale your startup with funding from a network of investors.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: ~ $10 million

  • Focus: Digital Asset, Blockchain, Elrond ecosystem


Morningstar Ventures invests in early-stage ventures utilizing digital assets and blockchain technology, particularly the Elrond ecosystem. They are active in both token and equity investments, early believers, and backing Web 3.0 ventures. To date, they have 92 investments in various Web 3.0 ventures such as YieldGuild, Covalent, Biconomy, Sator, CoinWeb, and many more. Aside from investments, they also launched products such as Bistox, a currency exchange platform, the first gaming guild dedicated to the Elrond ecosystem, and some more in development. If the investment is not what you're looking for yet, they also launched Elrond Dubai Incubator in 2021 - a program, investment, and support hub specifically for projects build on the Elrond native chain.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Post Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $13 million

  • Focus: Education, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Healthcare Services [Women-led, Technology-enabled]


Aiming for a 'Mindshift', Mindshift Capital is a women-run VC that invests in women-led tech companies at their early stage. To apply, the company needs to have at least one female founder who is on the management team and operational in the business. They also prefer companies based in the US or MENAPT region. In turn, Mindshift partners will take an active and collaborative role in growing portfolio companies to a successful exit. Some of their women-run portfolio companies are Munch: On, Vivoo, NX Prenatal, and Rosy.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $50 million

  • Focus: Health Care, E-Commerce, Logistics, Education, Retail, Lifestyle


NB Ventures is a Dubai-based VC that invests in early-stage companies and provides a platform for new-age digital companies to launch in the GCC region. They are particularly active investors of Indian firms, having partnerships with Indian Angels Network and Mumbai Angel Network for seed-stage companies. They have invested in over 40 startups, namely HealthifyMe, Clipthedeal, Dataweave, IDfy, and Offgrid Energy Labs, among others.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $2 million - $13 million

  • Focus: Blockchain, Digital Currency


Phoenix VC focuses on blockchain technology and the digital currency ecosystem in the MENA region. Established in 2020, they have since taken on over 60 financial investment projects, some of which are Nodle, Launchpool, Digicol, and many others. To fast-track the adoption of blockchain technology, they are focusing on the development of infrastructure companies. They provide early-stage investments for progressive blockchain projects, offers market access and social media reach, mentor and advise business owners, and help the startup build ground partnerships to expand their businesses.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A, Series B

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $23 million

  • Focus: Food and Beverage, Retail, AutoTech, FinTech, HealthTech, AgriTech


Nuwa Capital invests in founder-led businesses and invests in founders first, nurturing and supporting founders to hone their ability in leading and growing their company. As part of their portfolio, you'll become part of their network of accomplished entrepreneurs that will act as a mentor to share their experiences with fellow entrepreneurs and newcomers. Their operating partners are also subject matter experts in their fields, who will provide founders with knowledge in product, growth-hacking, recruitment, fundraising, legal frameworks, and other key areas of development. Finally, you can leverage their corporate partnerships to scale your operations into other geographies or in key verticals. You can learn from portfolio companies such as Silkhaus, Baraka, Homzmart, MoneyHash, and more.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

  • Investment Value: $500,000 - $45 million

  • Focus: Financial, Technology & Media, Real Estate, Consumer & Retail


Dale Ventures is a VC with operations across the EMEA, Americas, and Asia Pacific Region. With a global presence, industry experience, and abundant resources, they provide the capital and resources to help develop businesses, including startups, turnarounds, and carve-outs from larger corporate partners. Their strategy is based on five key elements: high-quality people, vertical expertise, value-added consulting, global integration, and aligned incentives. They'll develop a strong relationship with management and help craft an investment plan for continued growth. Their portfolio includes StackRack and Everblue.


  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $500,000 - $5 million

  • Focus: Financial, Technology & Media, Real Estate, Consumer & Retail


BECO Capital is an impactful VC, with more than $2 billion in total capital raised and $17.1 billion GDP facilitated within the MENA region. With multiple successful exits under their belt, they are looking for founders who are aiming to build decacorns tackling global white spaces. They invest primarily in early-stage startups based in the GCC, Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon. Portfolio companies benefit from fundraising efforts through their global network of investors, access to talent and key decision makers, and access to in-house data analytics engines. To connect with them, it is preferable to find a warm introduction to one of the partners or their investment team members.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Series A, Series B, Series C

  • Investment Value: $2 million - $25 million

  • Focus: E-Commerce, FinTech, Banking, Financial Services, Consumer Lending


Knuru Capital invests in growth-stage tech companies across GCC, Africa, and Southern Europe. They focus on FinTech and Marketplace verticals, with successful portfolio companies such as Klarna, an online payment platform. They offer both equity and credit opportunities to support working capital for venture growth.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Series B, Series C

  • Investment Value: $5 million - $80 million

  • Focus: Technology, Cybersecurity, Financial Services


Global Ventures is a founder-focused VC investing in primarily growth-stage companies. They back global-minded founders serving emerging markets through technological innovations. Part of their impressive portfolio is Proximie, a cloud-based health software platform, Valeo Wellbeing, a personalized mobile health tracker, and TeamApt, digital financial services for underserved individuals and businesses in Africa.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Series B, Series C

  • Investment Value: -

  • Focus: Healthcare, Media & Advertising, Internet, Consumer, FinTech, Food & Beverage


JISR Venture Partners invests in growth-stage companies that are scalable, profitable, and have strong management teams across the globe. More specifically, they want to see a proven track record from teams, a sustainable business model with a clear competitive advantage, and a clear path to profitability. In exchange, they'll act as proactive investors providing growth capital as well as strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to markets. Their portfolio consists of Fishtree, ReserveOut, Wamda Capital, and PullEve.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Stage Agnostic

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $121 million

  • Focus: Sector Agnostic [Technology-enabled]


Wamda is an all-encompassing platform that empowers and accelerates the startup ecosystem in the MENA region. They comprise a venture capitalist fund, a thought leadership platform, community programs and events, a grant-based fellowship program, as well as corporate and government advisory services. Their venture capital fund invests in multi-stage, sector agnostic firms, but they focus on tech-enabled startups within the MENA region. They also typically invest in startups that are post-launch and have generated traction. The best way to reach out to them is through their Pitch to Wamda contact form, providing information such as an introduction about your business and team and the round you're raising.





  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Stage Agnostic

  • Investment Value: $3 million - $110 million

  • Focus: E-Commerce, SaaS, Software, Mobile, Apps


Middle East Venture Partners is one of the biggest VCs in Dubai, with $260M in Assets Under Management in 4 funds focusing on various stages of startups and sectors. They have funded the likes of The Luxury Closet, the region’s largest and fastest growing online marketplace to buy, sell, and consign pre-owned luxury bags, and Lyve, a platform for delivery services from local businesses to the consumer's doorstep. As the founders of the two ventures said, MEVP is quick to respond to ideas, always keen on helping founders access networks, and donating time and expertise to guide founders. They act as strategic partners to ventures to help them scale.



  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $200,000 - $3 million

  • Focus: Consumer Internet, Enterprise Services, Digital Media, Cloud Computing, Commerce, Travel and Leisure, EduTech, Mobile


Dtec Ventures is the VC fund of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, a 100% government-owned free zone that promotes modern technology-based industries. They invest in early-stage technology companies across the MENA region, particularly in startups that will positively contribute to the UAE economy and those that are already based in Dubai or expanding to Dubai. Being part of their portfolio company will give you an extensive network throughout the region comprised of experienced founders, co-investors, and industry experts, support and guidance from an experienced team, and a long-term investment horizon as a government-backed entity. Furthermore, as part of Dtec ecosystem, you'll enjoy benefits such as business development partnership opportunities with Corporate Partners of Dtec or participation in events & workshops organized by Dtec. However, they do want to take an active role, but they are flexible on equity ownership percentage, investment check size, and board seats. Their portfolio includes Yalla Compare, Voicea, Step Conference, and 360Vuz, among others.





  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: ~ $1 million

  • Focus: Construction, Facilities Management, Building Inspection, Innovative Solutions to Urban Life


Shibumi International is the corporate venture arm of Gülermak, an international construction firm specializing in heavy civil works, steel fabrication, and transportation projects. This VC invests in early-stage companies within the construction, facilities management, and building inspection sectors; intending to bring innovation to traditional sectors. They are interested in projects that benefit society, enhance production, minimize waste, and provide greater efficiency to solve core capital problems. In being part of their portfolio company, you'll benefit from their wealth of knowledge and networks, as well as from the resources of their parent company, Gülermak, for piloting and product testing in their worldwide turnkey projects.



  • Type: VC

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $24 million

  • Focus: FinTech, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, SaaS, Big data, Marketplaces


iMENA is a founder-first VC that backs visionaries who are working towards a better tomorrow - founders that have ambition, focus, and energy to drive their teams to build companies to become regional champions and global winners within their sectors. To support this mission, iMENA plays an active role in providing guidance and helping founders through the collective expertise and knowledge of their team, advisors, and partners. Their portfolio is focused on business models that serve large markets and important needs through innovative technologies and defensible network effects. Some of their portfolios are Jeeny, Hellofood, and Telr.





  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: -

  • Focus: Cloud & Mobile, Smart Transportation, E-commerce, Cybersecurity


Vision Ventures is the corporate VC arm of Sahara Net, an information and communications technology provider serving the Saudi Arabia market, which has rapidly grown since 1989. As part of Sahara Net, they have over 90 years of experience within the region and internationally, with huge customer access through an existing customer base and offices in Saudi Arabia and Dubai. They seek to invest in early-stage startups and adapt general VC terms and conditions either through direct equity or convertible notes. In exchange, they would like to be part of the Board member to provide further support in operational, marketing, and management. Their criteria for the startup are: incorporated or will be incorporated very soon, MVP-ready, and have a team and founder that are passionate about their field and are available for the business full-time.


  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A, Series B

  • Investment Value: $100,000 - $1 million

  • Focus: Software, Digital Media, Big Data, Education, SaaS


GINCO Investments is the investment vehicle for GINCO Group, investing in early-stage technology companies globally as well as incubating hardware and software technologies and applications through partnerships with Dubai Government and Techstars. Their portfolio companies include BlockApps, VeePlay, Vivoo, Human Ventures, and more.





  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A, Series B

  • Investment Value: $1 million - $15 million

  • Focus: E-Commerce, Retail & Sales, Marketing


EQ2 Ventures, formerly known as Equitrust, is the investment arm of Choueiri Group, a media representation group that manages advertising space across various channels. Since 2015, they have amassed 22 portfolio companies, with $775 million gross merchandise value and 55% year-on-year revenue growth. They invest in early-stage companies with a focus on the areas they have expertise in, with preferred verticals in AdTech, E-Commerce and its enablers, Digital content, FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, and Marketplaces. Their portfolio includes Carswitch, Fresha, ArabyAds, and Heroleads.



  • Type: Corporate VC

  • Stage: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

  • Investment Value: $3 million - $60 million

  • Focus: IT, Communications, Media & Entertainment


STC Ventures invests in both early and later-stage companies in the information technology, telecommunications, and digital media/entertainment sectors. With the blue-chip backing of their partner, STC Group, the largest telecommunications company in the MENA region, they are well-positioned to provide complementary skills and add value between the synergized sectors. Amongst their portfolio are Careem, Modanisa, Aquto, Scality, and TransferTo.





Angel Investors in Dubai


The Angel investors listed below are part of an Angel group that might act individually or collectively to provide funding. As individual Angel investors are hard to come by, these platforms are the best place to network with individuals who might be interested in what you have to offer.



  • Type: Angel Group

  • Stage: Seed

  • Investment Value: $25,000 - $3 million

  • Focus: Sector Agnostic


WOMENA is an Angel platform focused on making investment more accessible for women and redefining the role of women in business. For ventures, they offer a professional network of seasoned investors, and access to industry leaders, service providers, incubators, accelerators, mentors, and advisors. To qualify, your company has to be based in the MENA region, raising US$150,000 - US$750,000, and up to $1,500,000 for exceptional occasions. Despite the name, companies that are run by women and/or men are able to apply, as long as your company is highly scalable, innovative, provides a solution to a problem in an underserved market, and has a clear value proposition, go-to-market strategy, competitive advantages, and significant traction. Companies that have received investment from WOMENA membership after pitching are AlemHealth and Melltoo.



  • Type: Angel Group

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: ~ $2 million

  • Focus: Information Technology, E-commerce, FinTech, EduTech, HealthTech, ConsumerTech


Angel Network Middle East (ANME) is an Angel group that has been active since 2017, with members based in the Middle East as well as around the globe. They are sector agnostic but they have a preference to invest in sectors listed above. In general, they look for startups that solve a real problem with innovative solutions, are technology-enabled, and are run by passionate, focused, and committed teams. As part of their network, startups can get mentoring on a case-to-case basis, alongside business development, business networks, corporate matchmaking, and other support provided by the members of the group. Some of their portfolio companies are Crosspay, Boardinfinity, and Sumhr which has recently been acquired neobank Jupitor.



  • Type: Angel Group

  • Stage: Seed, Series A

  • Investment Value: $100,000 - $2 million

  • Focus: Sector Agnostic [Technology-enabled]


Dubai Angel Investors is an Angel group that invests in technology-enabled companies across diverse sectors. Their Angel members consist of seasoned investors, tech entrepreneurs, venture fund partners, senior executives, and institutional investors. They look for early-stage companies with proprietary technology originating in Dubai or anywhere in the Middle East. They would also like to see a minimum viable product and evidence of customer traction and revenue. To companies that show strong traction after their initial investment, they have deployable reserves to support their growth. Some of their portfolio companies are Qallout, ShortPoint, and Lunch:On.





Closing Thoughts on VCs and Angel Investors in Dubai


In this list, we have provided you with multiple venture capitalists and angel investors in Dubai. This is only the start of what could be a very long funding journey ahead. As a word of advice, we suggest studying their websites thoroughly to know the criteria you need to fulfill as a startup to get their funding. As these VCs receive numerous pitches in a day, you only get one chance to be looked at - so make it count.


Also, remember that getting the funding is only one part of the journey, with more follow-up rounds you might need to raise and actual business-building you need to do, make sure that you pick an investor that will support you and follow through to a successful exit!


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