Antler EU 2026

Antler EU 2026 is an early-stage accelerator residency program administered by the global venture capital firm Antler. The initiative operates across European technology hubs, including Berlin, Munich, and London, requiring a full-time commitment during an initial 10-to-12-week phase focused on team formation and customer discovery. Selected participants receive pre-seed investments typically ranging from €100,000 to €115,000 in exchange for approximately ten percent equity, with access to follow-on capital through vehicles like the €285 million Antler Elevate fund. Recognized by PitchBook as a highly active early-stage investor, the firm maintains a rigorous selection process accepting under one percent of applicants, with upcoming cohort deadlines including February 27, 2026, for Munich. This resource is intended for solo founders, domain experts, and early-stage teams seeking structured environments to find co-founders, validate business concepts, and secure initial venture funding.

At a Glance

• Program window: 2026 (10 weeks)
• Format: In-person residency across European cities
• Deadline: June 1, 2026
• Funding: EUR 100K uncapped MFN SAFE + up to EUR 250K follow-on
• Stage: Pre-idea to early stage

What You Get

The residency provides structured co-founder matching, idea validation workshops, mentorship from European operators and investors, and a path to funded company in 10 weeks. At the end of the residency, you pitch to Antler's Investment Committee. Successful teams receive immediate funding and ongoing support from Antler's European network.

Who Antler EU Is Looking For

Individual founders or very early teams with strong technical or domain expertise. You do not need an idea or a co-founder. Antler evaluates you as an individual and matches you with complementary founders in the cohort. Must be willing to commit full-time to in-person residency at an Antler EU hub.