Financial support for start-ups in Basel

The Canton of Basel-Stadt offers a range of financial support schemes to help companies grow, innovate, and thrive.
Whether you are just getting started or planning your next step, targeted programs are in place to reduce overhead costs and accelerate your development. As a close partner of the canton, Tech Park Basel is happy to guide you towards the most relevant funding opportunities.

Below are two key support programs that may be particularly relevant to tech start-ups:

Rent Relief for Technology Start-ups

Rental costs can be a major challenge for young, innovation-driven companies – especially when specialised infrastructure such as laboratories, cleanrooms, or technical spaces are needed.
To ease this burden, the Canton of Basel-Stadt offers rent subsidies for eligible technology-oriented start-ups.

Learn more and apply here

Basel Incentive Programme (Basler Standortpaket)

The Basel Incentive Programme (Basler Standortpaket) provides direct financial support to companies investing in:

This programme helps strengthen your efforts with targeted funding.

Discover the programme and funding guidelines

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