# GitLab free for open source

What GitLab gives open source projects, who qualifies, and how to apply. 1 verified offer, last checked 2026-09-07.

- Website: https://about.gitlab.com
- Categories: CI/CD, hosting

## GitLab for Open Source (GitLab Ultimate)

**What you get.** Free GitLab Ultimate features (SaaS or self-managed) plus 50,000 compute minutes calculated at a program-specific cost factor. Technical support is not included.

**Who qualifies.** Applies to the organization; OSI-approved license required; non-commercial use only. All projects in the namespace must be OSI-licensed; the GitLab group and source code must be publicly visible. Donations allowed, but no selling services, paid enhancements, or add-ons.

**How to apply.** Create a GitLab account, then complete the application form on the Customers Portal; a coupon code and provisioning instructions arrive by email.

Program page: https://about.gitlab.com/solutions/open-source/join/

Verified 2026-09-07 - manual: program pages live, Ultimate + 50k compute minutes free for OSI-licensed non-commercial projects

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