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Vapi for Startups

Voice AI platform granting free call minutes to early-stage startups building voice agents.

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Vapi for Startups is an AI and ML perk from Vapi, offering 90,000 free minutes, open to any startup.

Who qualifies
Any startup
Benefit type
Credits
What you get

Inside Vapi for Startups

90,000 free minutes, delivered as 7,500 free minutes per month for 12 months, for startups building voice AI products or features.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 7, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
Any startup
Startup stage
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
7,500 minutes/month for 12 months; applications currently on hold
Other requirements
Focused on innovative voice applications; requires $250k+ in funding.
How to claim

How to apply for Vapi for Startups

What to have ready
  • A short description of what your startup does
  • A company email on your own domain
Steps to apply
  1. 1Apply on vapi.ai/startups.
  2. 2Note: the page currently shows 'Applications on hold', so intake may be paused.
Good to know: Meeting the criteria does not guarantee acceptance. The page listed 'Applications on hold' at time of verification.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 7, 2026

Value is the headline maximum Vapi advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

Vapi for Startups: common questions

What do you get with Vapi for Startups?

Vapi for Startups offers 90,000 free minutes.

Who qualifies for Vapi for Startups?

Vapi for Startups is for pre-seed, seed and Series A startups. Focused on innovative voice applications; requires $250k+ in funding.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Vapi for Startups?

No. Vapi for Startups is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Vapi for Startups?

Apply on vapi.ai/startups. Note: the page currently shows 'Applications on hold', so intake may be paused.

How long do I have to use Vapi for Startups, and does it expire?

7,500 minutes/month for 12 months; applications currently on hold

Is Vapi for Startups available outside the US?

Vapi for Startups is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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