InnoFinTech
The InnoFinTech program Hamburg supports innovative start-ups and young companies up to five years old in the FinTech, InsurTech, and related segments. It offers non-repayable grants of up to €200,000 to facilitate growth and market establishment in Hamburg's financial hub.
Who is funded
The InnoFinTech funding program targets innovative start-ups and young, innovative companies based in Hamburg that strengthen the financial hub and contribute to achieving sustainability goals.
What is funded
The InnoFinTech program supports innovative projects in the context of company formations and developments, particularly in the FinTech and InsurTech sectors. It covers a variety of activities, from market studies to prototype development and commercialization.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding through the InnoFinTech program is provided as a non-repayable grant, which can cover up to 90 percent of eligible expenses, with an upper limit of €200,000 per project. Disbursement usually occurs in up to three stages, depending on the requested funding volume.
Conditions and Requirements
Funding is tied to strict conditions, including the company headquarters being in Hamburg, a convincing overall financing plan, and proof of the project's innovation and market potential. The De minimis regulation and specific budget regulations also apply.
Application Process
The application process for the InnoFinTech program involves submitting specific forms and supplementary documents to IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH. Applications undergo a pre-selection process and are presented to an awarding committee, which makes a recommendation for approval.
Legal Basis
The InnoFinTech program is based on the specific funding guideline for young innovative companies in the FinTech sector and is subject to the provisions of the Hamburg State Budget Ordinance and the EU De minimis Regulation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
€200,000.00
Deadline:
31.10.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Hamburg (Germany)
Sectors:
Financial Technology, Other
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Feasibility Study, Planning, Capacity Building, Prototyping, Product Development, Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other, Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Policy Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Economics and Innovation
Managed By:
IFB Innovationsstarter GmbH, Hamburg Investment and Development Bank (IFB Hamburg)
Additional Partners:
Hamburg Chamber of Commerce, Finanzplatz Hamburg e.V.
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