K-StartHub, a new startup hub in Seoul, is now accepting applications for its first cohort of resident companies. The Ministry of SMEs and Startups and the Startup Promotion Agency announced that the hub will support startups with global ambitions—whether they’re Korean companies expanding overseas or foreign founders building their businesses in Korea.

Set to become the country’s largest startup incubation facility, K-StartHub sits near Hongik University Station. Unlike typical accelerators that focus on a single growth stage, the hub will support startups from day one through international expansion. Foreign entrepreneurs can get help with everything from settlement and licensing to administrative procedures, while all companies will receive broader support for global scaling.

Selected companies will move in when the hub officially opens. K-StartHub offers private offices, shared meeting rooms, and common lounges. Startups that don’t need dedicated offices can still tap into the space through a membership-based shared office program.

The support goes well beyond workspace. Startups get access to advisory services on technology, legal matters, and taxation, plus programs that connect them directly with large corporations, overseas markets, and potential investors.

Several major companies and investment firms will call the hub home from day one, including SK Telecom and Hyundai Engineering & Construction, alongside global investors like Shorooq Partners and Antler. Their presence creates natural opportunities for collaboration and early-stage engagement between startups, corporates, and investors.

The hub’s Hongdae location—a neighborhood known for its international vibe and creative energy—influences its strategic focus. K-StartHub will prioritize three sectors where global demand is surging: AI, Beauty & Fashion, and Content & Culture.Applications close at 3:00 p.m. on March 6 through the K-Startup website (www.k-startup.go.kr). Companies can expect to move in by late April 2026.