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Cyberport Creative Micro Fund: Who Qualifies for the HK$100,000 Grant?

The Cyberport Creative Micro Fund (CCMF) Hong Kong Programme offers a grant of up to HK$100,000 for eligible high-potential digital technology projects and early-stage start-ups. Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the application deadline, while the programme’s payment conditions require project implementation and reporting. These terms are published by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited and were checked on 2026-10-01.

Who can apply to the Cyberport Creative Micro Fund?

Eligibility depends on the applicant’s age, identity or company status, and the maturity of the project.

Applicant or project Official eligibility condition
All applicants Applicants must be aged 18 or above at the application deadline.
Individual applicant The principal applicant must be a Hong Kong ID Card holder.
Company applicant The applicant must be a limited company registered and incorporated in Hong Kong upon admission.
Project stage A project may be at the idea stage or at the early-stage development stage with a minimum viable product (MVP) or prototype.
Project focus The programme supports high-potential digital technology projects and early-stage start-ups with business elements.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, CCMF Hong Kong Programme official page, checked 2026-10-01.

The official page does not state a fixed application deadline, equity requirement, matching-funds requirement or minimum company age.

What does the programme support?

The programme combines financial support with nurturing services for eligible digital technology projects and early-stage start-ups.

Its stated support includes:

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, CCMF Hong Kong Programme official page, checked 2026-10-01.

Successful completion of CCMF may improve an applicant’s chances of acceptance into the Cyberport Incubation Programme, but the official page does not describe this as an automatic admission or acceptance guarantee.

How is the HK$100,000 grant paid?

A successful applicant must implement the project within six months to qualify for the grant and must submit both interim and final reports during that period. The payment is divided into three stages.

Stage Amount Payment condition
Stage 1 HK$10,000 Arranged upon signing the CCMF agreement
Stage 2 HK$45,000 Arranged upon approval of the interim report
Stage 3 HK$45,000 Arranged upon project completion and approval of the final report

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, CCMF Hong Kong Programme official page, checked 2026-10-01.

The six-month implementation period and the three-stage payment sequence are part of the conditions for receiving the grant. The official page does not state the permitted project expenses, reimbursement process, payment-processing period or consequences of missing a report deadline.

How are applications assessed?

CCMF applications are assessed across four weighted areas.

Assessment area Weight
Project Management Team 30%
Business Model and Time to Market 30%
Creativity and Innovation 30%
Social Responsibility 10%

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, CCMF Hong Kong Programme official page, checked 2026-10-01.

These published weights show that the assessment considers the team, commercial pathway, innovative quality and social responsibility of the project. The official page does not state the pass mark, a required score in any individual category or whether funding is available for every shortlisted application.

What happens after a successful applicant enters the programme?

After signing the CCMF agreement, the applicant enters the implementation and reporting stage. The project must be completed within six months, with an interim report submitted for approval before the second payment can be arranged. Following project completion, the applicant must submit a final report for approval before the third payment can be arranged.

Beyond grant payments, the programme offers training, mentorship, business advice, business development and investment connections. The stated post-programme pathway is potential consideration for the Cyberport Incubation Programme: successful completion may increase the chance of acceptance, but it does not guarantee admission.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, CCMF Hong Kong Programme official page, checked 2026-10-01.

Frequently asked questions

Does CCMF require applicants to have a completed product?

No. A project may be at the idea stage, or it may already be in early-stage development with a minimum viable product or prototype. The project must still fall within the programme’s focus on high-potential digital technology projects and early-stage start-ups with business elements.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, checked 2026-10-01.

Can an individual without a Hong Kong ID Card apply?

The published individual-applicant requirement states that the principal applicant must be a Hong Kong ID Card holder. A company applicant must instead be a limited company registered and incorporated in Hong Kong upon admission.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, checked 2026-10-01.

Is the full HK$100,000 paid at the start?

No. The grant is arranged in three stages: HK$10,000, HK$45,000 and HK$45,000. The first payment is arranged upon signing the agreement, while the remaining payments depend on report approval and project completion.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, checked 2026-10-01.

Does completing CCMF guarantee entry into the Cyberport Incubation Programme?

No. Cyberport states that successful completion of CCMF may increase an applicant’s chance of acceptance into the Cyberport Incubation Programme. It does not promise automatic acceptance.

Source: Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, checked 2026-10-01.

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