Microsoft / Cloud Infrastructure
Microsoft for Startups
Azure credits increase with verified progress and sustained service use.
Source reviewed · 2026-10-07. Source review is not provider approval.
Visit provider to applyOffer tiers
| Offer | Funding path | Partner | Duration | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to $200 in usage credits | Any | Not required | Confirm duration with provider. | Identity verification. |
| Up to $5,000 in usage credits | Any | Not required | Confirm duration with provider. | Registered legal entity verification. |
| Up to $25,000 in usage credits | Any | Not required | Confirm duration with provider. | Five workloads sustained about 60 days. |
| Up to $50,000 in usage credits | Any | Not required | Confirm duration with provider. | Seven workloads sustained about 60 days. |
| Up to $150,000 in usage credits | Any | Not required | Confirm duration with provider. | Ten workloads and about $3k monthly usage sustained about 60 days. |
Ceilings are not guaranteed awards. Related tiers and sub-benefits must not be added together.
Eligibility
Identity verification for entry; registered business for the $5k milestone.
Restrictions
Higher milestones depend on workloads, time and usage; ceilings are not additive.
Billing implications
Do not add unnecessary paid services to chase credits; confirm expiry and uncovered charges.
Geography
Geographic availability not established by the reviewed page; confirm with provider.
Official evidence
- Microsoft for Startups official program guidance
Published benefits, access paths and restrictions summarized in linked program and offer records.
Checked 2026-10-07
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