Stripe Startup Program
$2,500 in Stripe product credits plus over $50,000 in partner discounts from AWS, Mercury, Carta, and more.
Quick answer
Stripe offers eligible startups up to $50,000+ in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (pre-seed – series a).
Available programs
$2,500 + $50,000+ in perks
Incorporation Package
Stripe Atlas incorporation with $2,500 in Stripe credits for the first year, plus over $50,000 in partner discounts.
- $2,500 in Stripe product credits (first year)
- Over $50,000 in partner discounts (AWS, Mercury, Carta, etc.)
- Delaware C-Corp incorporation
- 83(b) election filing support
- EIN and banking setup
Who qualifies for Stripe?
- Must be a new startup or an established private business
- Must be intended to grow an online or online-enabled business
- Must comply with Stripe's compliance requirements
How to apply for Stripe
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Check eligibility
Be a new or established private business intended to grow online, meeting Stripe’s compliance requirements.
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Prepare your details
Have your company and founder information ready.
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Apply via Stripe Atlas
Start at stripe.com/atlas.
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Get set up
Access incorporation, payments, and partner perks (up to $50k+ in credits across partners).
Frequently asked questions
How much does Stripe give startups?
Stripe provides eligible startups with up to $50,000+ in credits and resources across its programs.
Does Stripe take equity from startups?
No. Stripe's startup program and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Stripe?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Must be a new startup or an established private business; Must be intended to grow an online or online-enabled business; Must comply with Stripe's compliance requirements.
Is Stripe free for startups?
Applying is free. Stripe provides up to $50,000+ in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Stripe?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Prepare your details, 3) Apply via Stripe Atlas, 4) Get set up. Full steps are on this page.
