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MALTA, Birkirkara: International Startup Competition

International Startup Competition 2026 will be in Malta!

Do you have an innovative business idea or are you already running your own startup? Take part in the 3rd International Startup Competition, taking place in Malta from 8–12 November 2026.
This unique international event brings together student entrepreneurs from across Europe to pitch their ideas, receive expert feedback, expand their network, and compete with other promising startups.

Who can apply?
Students who are:

  • Developing a validated business idea, or
  • Running a startup that is already generating revenue and sales

Why participate?

  • Present your startup on an international stage
  • Connect with entrepreneurs, mentors, and investors
  • Gain valuable feedback from industry experts
  • Build your international network
  • Experience an entrepreneurial week in Malta alongside the Businet Annual Conference

Whether you are taking your first entrepreneurial steps or already growing a business, this competition offers an excellent opportunity to accelerate your startup journey and gain international exposure.

If you want to know more about the program please have a look at 2nd Businet International Startup Competition
The program of the Third edition will roughly be the same.

Interested? 
MLI looks forward to welcoming you in Malta!

This international project is an Erasmus+ BIP / STBM Erasums+ Logo
Start date: Nov 8, 2026
End date: Nov 12, 2026
Registration form

Note: NOT your PCN but your Student number (7 digits)

Payment order of compensation for travel costs is processed and paid out via the bank account known to Fontys.
If tuition fees are paid by a third party, please enter your personal IBAN here:

Please ONLY fill in your bank account if you do not pay the Fontys tuition fees yourself.

Please enter: +, followed by your country code and your number, without spaces or brackets

Please use your Fontys email address with your name, NOT your PCN!

Read the cancellation conditions here