The Google for Startups Accelerator: Middle East, North Africa Program 2026/2027 for MENA startups.

The Google for Startups Accelerator: Middle East, North Africa Program 2026/2027 for MENA startups.

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Application Deadline: August 31, 2026

Applications are now open for the Google for Startups Accelerator: Middle East, North Africa and Turkey is a ten-week program designed for startups across the region who are using technology in innovative ways to solve scalable needs in the market. All accepted startups will receive mentorship and support from the best of Google and our global mentor network in AI/ML, Cloud, UX, Android and Google Play, Web, Product Strategy, and Marketing.

Eligibility

• Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
• Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
• Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
• Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions
• We are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups, and encourage applications from all qualified startups

Program Details

A global series of programs

Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.

Dedicated expert help

Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup, and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.

Specialist deep dives

Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.

Google product benefits

**Early access to AI products:**Eligible participants receive Early Access Program and Trusted Tester benefits for Google’s AI products.

**Cloud credits:**Startups interested in utilizing Cloud credits during the Accelerator may apply, subject to eligibility review and approval.

**Cloud TPUs:**Participants are eligible to receive free Cloud TPU access to accelerate open source machine learning research

Benefits

• Equity-free support: Equity-free support for the duration of the program.
• Mentoring: Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
• Training: Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
• Access to experts: Access to Google’s network of industry experts.
• Early access to AI products: Access new Google AI products and tools as relevant through Trusted Tester and EAP benefits.
• Google product credits: Eligible startups receive product credits.
• Strategic support: Support on company and product strategy.
• Technical project partnership: Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.

Application Timeline:

• July 13, 2026: Applications open
• August 31, 2026: Applications Close
• October, 2026: Program Kick-off
• December, 2026: Graduation
• December, 2026: Demo Day

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