Pre-Seed Funding 

Pre-Seed Funding is the earliest stage of external investment a startup may receive, typically from angel investors, friends and family, or early-stage venture funds. This capital is often used for: 

• Product development and prototyping. 

• Early customer acquisition. 

• Team recruitment. 

• Market research. 

At this stage, startups may not have a finished product or significant revenue but demonstrate strong potential, a credible team, and a clear market opportunity. Funding amounts vary widely but generally range from AED 100,000 to AED 2 million.