Do I need a credit card for the free Microsoft Azure offer?

No. Azure for Students does not ask for a credit card.

Is there a free Microsoft Azure offer for students?

Yes. Azure for Students is aimed at students (Azure for Students: student program, eligibility rules apply).

Free AI from Microsoft Azure

1 free offer from Microsoft Azure in the aifree.dev catalog, 1 verified: what is free, the catch, card rules and limits.

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Microsoft Azure has one free offer in the aifree.dev catalog (student program). It is verified by aifree.dev. It does not ask for a credit card. Aimed at startups and students.

Offers

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Tool	What's free	Key limits	Card required?	Status
Azure for Students	$10012 months	$100 credit valid for 12 months · 12 months of free monthly amounts on popular services…	No card required	Verified · Oct 12, 2026

What's free from Microsoft Azure

Azure for Students · $100

Full-time university students get $100 in Azure credits usable within 12 months, free monthly amounts on popular services for 12 months, and 65+ always-free services - no credit card required.

The catch: Requires full-time student status verified with a school email; the subscription converts to pay-as-you-go or is disabled once the credit is used.

$100 credit valid for 12 months
12 months of free monthly amounts on popular services
65+ always-free services
Annual renewal available while student status is maintained
Credit cannot be applied to Azure Marketplace offers
One account per person

Eligibility

No credit card needed.
Needs an account sign-up.
Full-time university students, verified with an accredited institutional/school email; one account per person.
Available in 139 countries.
Be a full-time university student.
Verify with a school-issued email address.
One account per person.
Student status: Be a full-time university student.
School email: Verify with a school-issued email address.

Recent changes

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Oct 12, 2026 · Verified: Azure for Students
Sep 10, 2026 · Listed: Azure for Students

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Microsoft Azure FAQ

Do I need a credit card for the free Microsoft Azure offer?: No. Azure for Students does not ask for a credit card.
Is there a free Microsoft Azure offer for students?: Yes. Azure for Students is aimed at students (Azure for Students: student program, eligibility rules apply).

Every section above is built from the offer data; the sitewide changelog lists all changes.

Frequently asked questions

What is aifree.dev?

aifree.dev helps everyone access AI through a curated directory of free AI tools, API credits, free tiers, and startup programs for coding, image, voice, video, and students - verified regularly.

How are offers presented?

Each offer includes its access details, free models when available, and expiration information when provided. Limited-time deals stay visible so they are easy to compare.

Do education and startup programs need verification?

Yes. Providers usually ask students to verify their status with a school email, student ID, or a program like the GitHub Student Pack, and ask startups to verify company details such as age, funding, or website. Check each offer’s claim page for the exact requirements.

What kinds of free AI offers are listed?

Free tiers and free trials from AI providers, free API credits, startup and student programs, and free tools for coding, image generation, voice, and video.

How can I suggest a tool or report a broken link?

Use the submit form: paste the offer page URL and a short note. A person checks every submission before anything is listed. Broken links and changed terms go through the same form.