Join the startup mission to VivaTech 2026 in Paris

VivaTech 2026

VivaTech is turning 10 this year, and the Dutch delegation will be there to celebrate. This annual 4-day event is one of the largest tech hubs in the world. It attracts over 180,000 visitors, consisting of 14,000 startups and more than 3,600 investors of over 170 nationalities. They will all meet at Porte de Versailles in Paris. 

Why join?

Through this mission, you will gain access to international markets, the French market in particular. It offers many opportunities. You can:

• present your product or service to a large international audience;
• test your product or service;
• expand your network internationally;
• meet potential investors;
• generate media attention.

Previous participants have mentioned that the network within the Dutch delegation is extremely valuable as well. Startup entrepreneurs learn from each other, share experiences, help each other with contacts, find partners and get introduced to investors and the media.

In addition, the Netherlands will have its own NL Lounge at VivaTech 2026. This provides a great base for networking. There are no individual booths for each startup. Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), together with partners, will organise several side events where you can meet investors, coaches, and fellow founders.

For whom?

This mission is for Dutch tech startups that want to expand internationally or are already doing so. You are eligible if:

• your product or service is high-tech, innovative, and potentially disruptive;
• you have started or are ready to scale up internationally;
• your startup is registered at the Dutch Chamber of Commerce.

Do you not fit this profile exactly but have a strong motivation to participate? Please explain in your application why you should be a part of the Dutch delegation.

Programme

We are still finalising the details of the mission. The programme may change, but it will include the following:

• 28 May: online information meeting
• 16 June: welcome in Paris and preparation event
• 17 to 20 June: visit VivaTech 2026, the NL Lounge, and side events around Paris
• 18 June: NL Networking event (evening) at a special venue in Paris

Participation and costs

The participation fee is €650 (excluding VAT) per company. This covers 1 person. A second participant costs €325 (excluding VAT).

This includes:

• an access pass for unlimited access to VivaTech and the online platform;
• use of the NL Lounge as a meeting space;
• participation in side events and networking activities;
• networking opportunities with potential investors;
• the opportunity to sign contracts or MoUs in the presence of the delegation leader;
• local support from Netherlands Enterprise Agency and the Startup Liaison Officer at the Dutch Embassy in Paris.

This excludes travel and accommodation costs. Meals and drinks are also at your own expense unless included in the programme.

The spoken language during this mission will be English.

Registration

You can register for this startup mission until 22 March.

Register now

You can view the VivaTech 2026 themes on the website of the event.

Each participant must register separately.

Only a limited number of startups can join. Netherlands Enterprise Agency considers it important that the participating companies fit within the goals and focus of the mission. Therefor, registration does not automatically guarantee participation. You will receive final confirmation of your participation later.

Women's entrepreneurship

We encourage women's entrepreneurship. We do not select participants based on gender. However, we challenge you to look for female participants within your organisation to join this mission.

Organisation

This mission is organised by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency and the Dutch Embassy in Paris. This is on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Responsible Business Conduct

The Dutch government emphasises responsible business conduct (RBC) and endorses the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. These guidelines state the RBC standards for internationally active entrepreneurs. Following the OECD guidelines is a condition for participation in this mission.

Want to know more?

For more details, please contact:

Maurits Berger
Project Manager Missions, Netherlands Enterprise Agency
E: maurits.berger1@rvo.nl 

Maarten Schweers
Project Manager Missions, Netherlands Enterprise Agency
E: maarten.schweers@rvo.nl