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Bringing Europe to the forefront of the global startup ecosystem

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About ESNA

We connect the dots between the European Commission, Member States Governments and National Entrepreneurship bodies, actively working to shape the European Union Agenda for Entrepreneurship.

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The Declaration

28 European nations signed a declaration and committed to advance the startup agenda through 8 game-changing standards

For the EU to achieve technological sovereignty, startups must evolve into successful SMEs and large corporations. This requires a supportive environment, as outlined in a foundational declaration by the European Commission, Member States, and stakeholders, essential for the EU's transition to a resilient, digital economy.
Ministerial Declaration: "EU Startup Nation Standards of Excellence“
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SNS Report 2025

2025 Startup Nations Standards (SNS) Report: Available Now

The Startup Nations Standards Report provides an annual, evidence-based assessment of startup-friendly policy adoption and implementation across Europe.

Building on ESNA annual Signatory Countries survey, and desk research from trusted third-party sources, the 2025 report tracks progress on the eight Startup Nations Standards, identifies implementation gaps, and outlines priority areas where coordinated action can strengthen Europe’s competitiveness.
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Latest from ESNA

Startup Nations Standards Report 2025 reveals a 70% implementation rate of startup-friendly policies across Europe

Europe Startup Nations Alliance (ESNA) has released the Startup Nations Standard Report 2025. Launched today, the report shows that Europe is progressing in building startup-friendly policies, highlighting progress in critical areas, namely in access to finance and attracting and retaining talent.

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Startup Nations Standards Report 2025 reveals a 70% implementation rate of startup-friendly policies across Europe
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Europe is rising to the challenge and implementing 8 game-changing standards.

  • 12

    Countries allow for the creation of a business for less than 100 EUR

  • 18

    Countries have national digitalization strategies in place

  • 27

    Regulatory sandboxes in place across EU countries

The Startup Nations Standards (SNS) Report provides a thorough examination of initiatives and challenges within Europe’s startup ecosystem. It aims to map progress towards fostering an innovative and supportive environment for start-ups, analysing the adoption of eight Startup Nations Standards across member states and assessing their efforts in implementing these standards.

Helping Europe
become a global leader in the startup ecosystem.

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