Awarding innovative and creative companies that turn Intellectual Property (IP) into economic and societal value.
We celebrate and support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups that use IP to grow their business and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Winners receive a personalized mentorship and exclusive support to facilitate their access to funding and business opportunities.
Why should you apply to the WIPO Global Awards
Winning the WIPO Global Awards places your company on the global stage. Led by WIPO, the UN agency for Innovation and Creativity, the Awards bring strong credibility for how your business transforms IP into real commercial value.
How to apply to the WIPO Global Awards
Open to startups and SMEs from all 194 WIPO Member States.
You can apply if your business:
- Is legally registered
- Has a maximum of 300 employees and USD 15M in annual revenue
- Offers an innovative product or service linked to IP
- Holds at least one pending (for startups) or registered (for SMEs) IP right
- Shows early-market activity (for startups) or commercial traction (for SMEs)
Applications: January 15 – March 31
Evaluation by an independent international jury
Find out everything you need to prepare a strong application (eligibility requirements, evaluation criteria, jury process, key dates and the next steps to follow) in our online guide.