Azure for Startups: $1,000 now, up to $5,000 after verification
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$1,000 available immediately; up to $5,000 after business verification
On the Azure for Students page, the Azure for Startups card says $1,000 in Azure credits instantly, with no application required, and up to $5,000 in total credits with business verification. It says $1,000 is available immediately, plus up to $4,000 more after verification. Credits are valid for 90 days at first, and 180 days after verification. The card says this is for new Azure customers, there is no upfront commitment, and the account moves to pay-as-you-go after the credits expire or are used. This is a different card from the $100 Azure for Students credit and from the Microsoft for Startups application, which still starts at $200.
- Who
- New Azure customers. A card is required only for identity verification and for services beyond the credits.
- Price after
- Pay as you go after the credits expire or are used. The initial credits last 90 days. Credits after verification last 180 days.
- Last checked
- Nov 9, 2026
- Expires
- No end date stated