From entity setup to R&D grant access — a structured pathway for AI companies entering the European market.
Europe is the most generous region in the world for AI R&D funding. AI companies registered in EU member states can access Eurostars, EIC Accelerator, Horizon Europe and national grants — totalling hundreds of millions annually. We help AI companies from the US, Israel, Middle East and Asia access this ecosystem efficiently.
Expansion Pathway
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We advise on the optimal EU jurisdiction for your AI company — balancing R&D tax incentives, talent pools, grant eligibility and investor preferences. Cyprus, Netherlands, Germany and Estonia are among the most common choices for AI companies.
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European registration unlocks access to Eurostars, EIC Accelerator, Horizon Europe and national grants worth €150K–€5M. We manage the full funding stack from the moment you are registered.
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We connect your AI company with qualified European R&D partners — universities, research institutes and complementary SMEs — across 42 EUREKA member countries. Partner identification is a prerequisite for most collaborative programmes.
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Beyond funding, we support market entry strategy — identifying channel partners, pilot customers, distributor networks and enterprise sales entry points in key European markets.
Jurisdiction Guide
The right country depends on your tax profile, team location, funding targets and commercial goals. Here's our analysis of the four most commonly chosen jurisdictions.
Low 12.5% corporate tax, R&D IP Box at 2.5%, strong EFA network
R&D Funding
Up to 80% R&D grant funding (RPF)
Talent
Strong tech community, English-speaking
Best For
AI startups from Middle East, Asia, Israel seeking EU base
30% ruling tax incentive, WBSO R&D tax credit, EU headquarters hub
R&D Funding
WBSO up to 40% R&D wage relief
Talent
Top European AI research talent pool
Best For
VC-backed AI companies scaling to European enterprise market
Largest EU economy, ZIM grants, strong industrial AI demand
R&D Funding
ZIM: €200K–€500K R&D grants
Talent
Deep engineering talent, top AI research universities
Best For
Industrial AI companies, automotive, manufacturing verticals
Digital-first e-Residency, EU membership, startup-friendly regulation
R&D Funding
EAS grants up to €200K
Talent
Strong developer talent, lowest cost of EU tech talent
Best For
Early-stage AI SaaS companies seeking minimal overhead EU entity
Case Examples
Delaware → Cyprus entity
Established Cyprus R&D subsidiary to access Eurostars and RPF grants. Secured €380K in non-dilutive funding within 14 months of European registration. EU entity also enabled GDPR-compliant product for enterprise buyers.
Tel Aviv → Netherlands BV
Dutch entity enabled Eurostars participation (Israel + Netherlands consortium) and WBSO R&D tax credit. Total non-dilutive capital secured: €620K over 24 months. Used to extend runway pre-Series B.
FAQ
Start Your Expansion
We begin with a strategic assessment — the right jurisdiction, the right funding route, and the right entry timeline for your company.