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Top 20 Venture Capital Firms in Turkey for Startups in 2025

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Lineke Kruisinga

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June 15, 2025
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Here are the VC firms where Turkey startups are getting funded.

Turkey’s startup ecosystem is on the rise. With hubs like Istanbul and Ankara producing bold, tech-driven founders and more capital flowing into the region, it’s becoming a hotspot for early-stage innovation. These 20 VC firms are actively investing in Turkey’s next wave of unicorns offering capital, expertise, and global reach.

1. Revo Capital

Location: Istanbul
Turkey’s largest VC firm with €188M+ AUM. Revo backs Series A and beyond, with a strong focus on regional tech scale-ups.
Stage: Series A+
Size: €1M–€7M
Sector:

  • SaaS
  • Fintech
  • Enterprise tech

🌐 revo.vc

2. TechOne VC

Location: Istanbul
A new-generation VC firm investing in ambitious early-stage tech startups, with interest in AI, marketplaces, and productivity tools.
Stage: Seed to Series A
Size: €500K–€3M
Sector:

  • Software
  • AI
  • B2B marketplaces

🌐 techone.vc

3. Alesta Yatırım

Location: Istanbul
One of Turkey’s most active VCs, Alesta backs local founders with a focus on enterprise software and digital infrastructure.
Stage: Seed to Series A
Size: €250K–€1.5M
Sector:

  • SaaS
  • Deep tech
  • Enterprise IT

🌐 alestayatirim.com

4. Boğaziçi Ventures

Location: Istanbul
A regulated asset manager investing in high-potential startups from early to growth stage.
Stage: Seed to Series B
Size: €500K–€5M
Sector:

  • Fintech
  • SaaS
  • Gaming

🌐 bogaziciventures.com

5. APY Ventures

Location: Istanbul
A multi-sector investor offering both venture capital and support for manufacturing startups, with strong ties to R&D institutions.
Stage: Seed to Growth
Size: €250K–€2.5M
Sector:

  • Deep tech
  • Industry 4.0

🌐 apy.vc

6. Logo Ventures

Location: Istanbul
Corporate VC arm of Logo Software, investing in scalable B2B technologies across Turkey and Europe.
Stage: Seed to Series A
Size: €200K–€1M
Sector:

  • Enterprise software
  • SaaS

🌐 logo.ventures

7. Eksim Ventures

Location: Istanbul
A future-focused VC investing in early-stage blockchain, fintech, and cryptocurrency startups.
Stage: Seed
Size: €250K–€1M
Sector:

  • Fintech
  • Blockchain
  • Web3

🌐 eksimventures.com

8. Nexus Ventures

Location: Istanbul
Focused on early-stage founders, Nexus helps startups build from scratch with capital and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs.
Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
Size: €100K–€500K
Sector:

  • Consumer tech
  • Edtech

🌐 nexusvc.com

9. Ludus VC

Location: Istanbul
A gaming-focused VC firm and venture studio. Ludus backs game studios and interactive entertainment ventures.
Stage: Seed
Size: €250K–€1.5M
Sector:

  • Gaming
  • Esports
  • Interactive media

🌐 ludus.vc

10. Startupfon

Location: Istanbul
A curated investment platform and VC firm backing top tech talent in Turkey with a wide investor network.
Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
Size: €100K–€750K
Sector:

  • SaaS
  • AI

🌐 startupfon.com

11. Istanbul Startup Angels

Location: Istanbul
A hybrid angel network and VC that co-invests in early-stage tech companies, often in collaboration with other Turkish funds.
Stage: Seed
Size: €100K–€500K
Sector:

  • Digital services
  • B2B

🌐 istanbulstartupangels.com

12. Atanova Ventures

Location: Istanbul
A venture studio and early-stage VC with a hands-on approach to validating and growing scalable startups.
Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
Size: €50K–€250K
Sector:

  • Healthtech
  • Digital platforms

🌐 atanovaventures.com

13. Diffusion Capital Partners (DCP)

Location: Istanbul
A science-backed VC firm investing in deep tech startups coming out of universities and R&D labs.
Stage: Seed
Size: €250K–€1M
Sector:

  • Medtech
  • Robotics
  • Engineering software

🌐 dcp.vc

14. Esas Ventures

Location: Istanbul
The venture arm of Esas Holding, investing in innovative businesses solving global challenges.
Stage: Seed to Series A
Size: €500K–€2M
Sector:

  • Digital health
  • Future of work

🌐 esasventures.com

15. Lima Ventures

Location: Istanbul
Supporting entrepreneurs with both funding and advisory, Lima Ventures focuses on early-stage tech startups in Turkey.
Stage: Seed
Size: €150K–€750K
Sector:

  • Fintech
  • SaaS

🌐 limaventures.com

16. Alarko Ventures

Location: Istanbul
The venture capital arm of Alarko Holding, investing globally in emerging technologies and local innovation.
Stage: Seed to Growth
Size: €500K–€5M
Sector:

  • Clean energy
  • Industrial tech

🌐 alarkoventures.com

17. TÜBİTAK Venture Support

Location: Nationwide
Turkey’s national R&D institution offers grants and co-investment to VC-backed startups in advanced industries.
Stage: Seed
Size: Variable
Sector:

  • Science and R&D
  • Advanced manufacturing

🌐 tubitak.gov.tr

18. MMV Capital Partners

Location: Istanbul
Focused on B2B software companies in the enterprise and industrial sectors.
Stage: Seed to Series A
Size: €500K–€3M
Sector:

  • Enterprise software
  • Industry 4.0

🌐 mmvcapital.com

19. Pitchdrive

Location: Istanbul (active across Europe)
Pitchdrive is a founder-first VC investing in early-stage startups that move fast and think global. Backing bold teams in SaaS, marketplaces, and AI.
Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
Size: €100K–€500K
Sector:

  • SaaS
  • Marketplaces
  • AI

🌐 pitchdrive.com

20. AC Ventures

Location: Istanbul
A hybrid VC/private equity player investing in scalable, tech-enabled companies in Turkey and the wider MENA region.
Stage: Series A to Growth
Size: €1M–€10M
Sector:

  • E-commerce
  • B2C

🌐 acventures.com

Final Thoughts

Turkey’s VC ecosystem is evolving quickly, with strong local players, government-backed support, and new capital flowing in from across the globe. Whether you're building the next unicorn or launching your first MVP, these VC firms are ready to back ambitious founders making bold moves.

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