Where to Start

• Foreign startup entering Korea: Global Startup Center, K-Startup Grand Challenge, OASIS / startup visa support, Invest Korea.
• Korean-incorporated startup seeking grants: K-Startup, MSS/KISED startup packages, TIPS, Super Gap Startup 1000+, Startup Growth Technology Development.
• ICT startup: NIPA, K-Global Accelerator, Digital Innovation Global Growth Voucher.
• Content startup: KOCCA commercialization, accelerator-linked, and investment-linked programs.
• Seoul-based startup: SBA / Seoul Startup Hub.
• Regional testbed: Creative Economy Innovation Centers and local startup agencies.

Practical Rule

For foreign founders, confirm eligibility before investing time. Many Korean government grants require a Korean entity, Korean-language application, Korean representative, or specific company age.

Program Database

Use the Programs and Funding database under this portal for program-level details.

References

• K-Startup official portal.
• MSS official English site.
• KISED official resources.
• NIPA and KOCCA official program channels.
• Drive source: 2025 startup support integrated announcement.