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OpenAI API credits for eligible startups
Eligible startups backed by an OpenAI VC partner can request API credits through their investor.
Claim on openai.com
Verified 23 Sept 2026
Who can get this
Does not require incorporation
Requires funding
Requires an accelerator or partner referral
Be backed by an OpenAI VC partner
Request the partner referral code from your VC
- Available in
- Worldwide
- Company stage
- Any stage
Available through participating VC partners; ask your investor for a referral code.
How to redeem
- 1
Check eligibility
Ask your VC whether it is an OpenAI startup partner and request a referral code.
Open provider page - 2
Apply or sign up
Apply through the partner route with your organization ID and company details.
Worth knowing
- Credit value is not public and approval is not guaranteed.
- A partner referral code and business details are required.
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