Darfin Capital is a Saudi VC that empowers startups even in their earliest stages.

At Darfin Capital, we understand that timely and comprehensive support is crucial for the success of startups. As a result, we prioritize being highly responsive to our portfolio companies’ needs, ensuring that we are always the first point of contact for any support or guidance they require. Our expert consultancy services and investment support are tailored to the unique needs of each startup we invest in, ensuring that we add value and help them reach their full potential.

Darfin founders started investing back in 2017 through several groups. When the investment arm expanded, they decided to create a specialized entity, hence Darfin was born!

We invest in capital efficient businesses that leverage technology to scale fast globally.

Regional Focus

International & OIC Members

Target Startups

Technology-based Startups
Large Addressable Markets

Investment Stage

Seed Funding, Series A, B, C, & IPO

Exits

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Meet the Execs

Abdurahman Alharbi

ABDULRAHMAN Alharbi

Chief Executive Officer

Abdulrahman Alharbi holds a 1995 - 1997 Master's degree in Accounting and Finance

At the University of Denver - Daniels College of Business. With a robust skill set that includes Private Equity, Mergers, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Business Strategy and more. Abdulrahman Alharbi contributes valuable insights to the industry and our Financial Horizon in co-managing the SME Consultation department.
In 2014, he & his business partners started their Corporate Investment Fund which invested in various Asset-Classes including Venture Capitals.

FAISAL Alshehri

Financial Analyst, Relationship & Asset Manager

Financial Analyst, Relationship Manager and Asset Manager..

With over 17 years with the Electricity and Cogeneration Regulatory Authority, & Banque Saudi Fransi
Faisal holds a B.S degree in Business Administration and Finance at King Saud University.

MAI El-Saidy

Investment Operation Associate

Mai is an insightful business analyst with advanced skills in deploying machine learning and artificial intelligence tools to address business needs. Having twelve years of experience as an administrative Professional helped in sharpening her skills as a team player in communication and critical thinking.
Mai has graduated with Master in Business Analytics and hold a Bachelor degree in Business Administration.

FATMA H. Hesham

Compliance and General Operations Manager

With over 15 years and through different financial services industries, between SABB bank, Q-Invest and Financial Horizon Group, where she has held different positions focusing on the compliance and operation internal audit, including Compliance AML Manager at AVP and AML at QInvest. Fatma holds a B.S degree in Finance.
and a Master degree in Business Analytics.

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Strategic Partners

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Investment Criteria

We specialize in investing in cutting-edge, tech-driven startups that have the power to quickly expand their global reach while remaining incredibly efficient with their capital. We’re not just investing in businesses – we’re investing in the future of disruption.

We back exceptional and dedicated talents (Full-timers)

Operates Across GCC, Egypt & Jordan

Creating unique, innovative producs

With post-revenue metrics

that stand out in massive, untapped markets

Outstanding MOM Growth

Our Numbers

+30

Investments

55M

Investment Value

+1B

Portfolio valuation

Contact us

support@irdarfincap.com
+966 112110777

Join the Team

careers@irdarfincap.com
Kingdom Tower

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia

Fahad Road 25th Floor Al Olaya District 56973