ESA BIC Latvia: 27 October 2026 deadline

ESA BIC Latvia is the European Space Agency business incubation centre in Riga, operated by Commercialization Reactor. The autumn call offers €80,000 for product and IP development. Selected teams also get up to two years of incubation, fundraising guidance, access to partners, 50 hours of business coaching, 80 hours of technical support, and 10 hours of legal advice.

The company must be registered in Latvia, or ready to be registered there. It can be new or already existing, and it must be under five years old. The project must use or provide space technology, and the team needs a viable business plan.

This is a permanent open call with two selection rounds a year. The deadline for this round is 27 October 2026. The 5th tender evaluation board is planned for November 2026.

To apply, download the open call documents, complete and sign the application form, and email the PDFs to info@esabic.lv with the subject line ESA BIC Latvia Open Call. The apply page asks you to read the update note first, and it offers a short consultation with the management team.

Quick answers

How much does it pay?

€80k funding for product and IP development. It is a grant and takes no equity.

When is the deadline?

The deadline is 27 October 2026.

Who can apply?

Companies registered in Latvia, or to be registered there, that are under five years old, use or provide space technology, and have a viable business plan. It is limited to applicants in Europe, LV.

How do I apply?

Through the official page at esabic.lv. The link is at the top of this page.

How long does the incubation last?

Up to two years.

What support comes with the funding?

Fundraising guidance, 50 hours of business coaching, 80 hours of technical support, and 10 hours of legal advice.