Iraq Venture Partners

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IVP is the first Iraq-based VC that focuses on investing behind high-potential Iraqi startups & SMEs.

We thrive to be:

The trusted Access to Capital partner of Iraqi Startups & SMEs.

The link with Regional Investors & VCs interested in expanding into the Iraqi market.

The Investment Readiness Expert that helps grooming Iraqi Startups & SMEs to become more attractive to venture funding, thus stimulating the investment deal flow in Iraq.

IVP is the first Iraq-based VC that focuses on investing behind high-potential Iraqi startups & SMEs.

Beyond Capital - IVP Value Creation Model

While connecting startups to capital is important, an entrepreneur's long-term success requires access to a more holistic set of resources. Our IVP Value Add Model provides high potential startups with the knowledge & skills needed to keep up with the speed at which industries are changing. We draw on our network of industry experts, innovation practitioners & thought leaders to create business solutions customized to the needs of your business.

Our Partners

Funds & Programs

IVP Catalyst Fund

In Partnership With

The IVP Catalyst Fund is a seed and early-stage investment vehicle designed to stimulate Iraq's startup ecosystem by investing in high-potential Iraqi technology companies.

Scale Iraq

In Partnership With

Supported by

#ScaleIraq is an Investment Readiness program aimed to help Iraqi entrepreneurs develop their startups’ internal capabilities and grow their market presence to attract local and international investments.

Getaway Fund

Coming Soon

Work-In-Progress – With plans to launch in 2025, the Gateway Fund will focus on later-stage Iraqi startups aiming to raise their pre-series A and series A capital raise rounds. Ticket sizes will range from USD 250,000 to USD 1Million.

Our Portfolio

Hear From the Founders

IVP founding team brings a unique value proposition of solid Iraqi experience, as entrepreneurs, business operators, and investors, combined with their regional and global business exposure and standards.

Omar Al-Handal

"We believe that by investing in Iraq, we are contributing to building the foundations of a resilient and diversified economy. IVP's strategic expertise ensures these foundations are strong and sustainable"

Mohammed Khudairi

“We are confident in the potential of Iraq is startups. The fund will be a backbone for all the upcoming entrepreneurship opportunities in Iraq. We hope to shed more light on the distinctive startups that Iraq has to offer for potential investors.”

Bassam Falah

"Innovest was one of the first VCs to enter and invest in the Iraqi market, and our new partnership under IVP will allow us to better focus on home-grown Iraqi startups and support their growth journey in Iraq and beyond "

Omar Al-Handal

Mohammed Khudairi

Bassam Falah

News & Updates

ITEX Exhibition – Baghdad International Fair, Iraq

In September 2024, Iraq Venture Partners (IVP) participated in ITEX Iraq 2024 by bringing several promising Iraqi startups under the umbrella of the Scale Iraq program.

22 Sep 2024

Success Story: Alsaree3 and the support of Scale Iraq Program

In an exciting milestone for the Iraqi startup ecosystem, Alsaree3, a leading food and last-mile delivery service, has secured a seven-figure Series A funding round.

15 Jul 2024

IVP Showcases Iraqi Innovation at LEAP 2024

In an exciting milestone for the Iraqi startup ecosystem, Alsaree3, a leading food and last-mile delivery service, has secured a seven-figure Series A funding round.

15 Mar 2024