startup application taking too long

Question

My startup application has been 1 full week at the same status of

We're reviewing your application.This may take up to 3 business days. You can start building in Azure now with $1,000 in credits.

Answer 1

Hi @cristhian Gomez

Thank you for reaching us regarding the issue.

The Microsoft for Startups application review typically takes up to 3 business days, but it can take longer (sometimes a week or more) if additional verification is needed, such as checking company details, documents, or eligibility.

• After submission, you receive $1,000 in starter credits immediately (after setting up your Azure account) and can start building right away while the review continues.
• The yellow banner "We're reviewing your application. This may take up to 3 business days." is expected to remain visible during this period. It is normal behavior and does not necessarily indicate a problem.
• You will receive an email notification once a decision is made (approval unlocks expanded credits and full benefits, often up to $100K+ depending on the path)

What You Can Do Now

1. Continue using your Azure credits, Deploy resources, test, and build as normal. The $1,000 is active.
2. Check your email (including spam/junk) for any requests for more information or the approval/decline notification.
3. If it's been well beyond 3 business days (e.g., a full week+ with no update), submit a support request for a status check.

How to Contact Support:

• For Microsoft for Startups program-specific support (application status, review delays, onboarding): Go to aka.ms/startuphelp-mfs-portal.
• In the Microsoft for Startups Portal (or Azure Portal under the program page): Select the ? icon → Submit a Support Ticket. Provide your application details, submission date, and screenshots of the status banner.

Kindly let us know if the above helps or you need further assistance on this issue.

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Answer 2

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A

Hello @cristhian Gomez I hope you are doing well.

If your Microsoft for Startups application has remained in the "We're reviewing your application" status for more than a week, it is taking longer than the typical review window. This can happen if the application requires additional verification or if there is a delay in the review process.

Please check the following:

• Verify that all the information submitted in your application is complete and accurate.
• Check your email (including the spam/junk folder) for any requests from the Microsoft for Startups team.
• If no additional information has been requested and the status has not changed after one week, I recommend contacting the Microsoft for Startups support team so they can review the status of your application.

References

• Microsoft for Startups: https://foundershub.startups.microsoft.com/
• Support for Microsoft for Startups: https://foundershub.startups.microsoft.com/signup/support

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