Antler ONE Residency
Antler ONE (Berlin)
Up to EUR 500,000 pre-seed (EUR 200,000 at once, the rest as follow-on) for about 10% equity; co-founder matching for solo founders. Provided by Antler (venture capital).
Key facts
- Amount
- Up to EUR 500,000 pre-seed (EUR 200,000 at once, the rest as follow-on) for about 10% equity; co-founder matching for solo founders
- Duration
- 10 weeks, then investment
- Type
- Investment
- Who receives it
- Individual founder
- Equity
- Takes equity
- Repayable
- No
- Stages
- Idea, Prototype, Pre-revenue
- Solo founders
- Yes
- Full-time required
- Yes
- Company required
- No
- University link required
- No
- Application languages
- EN
- Location
- In Berlin for the kickoff
Who can apply
- Solo founders accepted through the co-founder matching track
- Pre-idea and pre-revenue are fine; applications all year
What usually blocks applicants
- You don't want to give up equity
- Business not built for venture scale
Deadline and timing
Applications all year; cohorts start in March and September (next: March 2027).
Frequently asked
How much does Antler ONE Residency pay?
Up to EUR 500,000 pre-seed (EUR 200,000 at once, the rest as follow-on) for about 10% equity; co-founder matching for solo founders
Who can apply for Antler ONE Residency?
Solo founders accepted through the co-founder matching track Pre-idea and pre-revenue are fine; applications all year
When is the Antler ONE Residency deadline?
Applications all year; cohorts start in March and September (next: March 2027).
Where do I apply for Antler ONE Residency?
On the official page: https://www.antler.co/location/germany. Applications are accepted in EN.
Do I have to pay back Antler ONE Residency or give up equity?
No, it does not have to be paid back. It takes equity in the company.
Can solo founders apply for Antler ONE Residency?
Yes, solo founders can apply.
Sources and verification
Checked on 9 October 2026. Facts read directly from the official source. This page is orientation, not an eligibility decision.
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