Does AWS give free credits for Amazon Bedrock?

New AWS accounts get up to $200 in credits — $100 on signup plus up to $100 more for using key services — that can be spent on Amazon Bedrock foundation models. A valid payment method is required for verification.

Does Amazon Bedrock have a free tier?

Bedrock has no permanent free tier of its own — it is pay-as-you-go. You reach it for free via the new AWS account credits, which the free plan applies over its first six months.

Do I need a credit card for the AWS free plan?

Yes. The free plan (launched July 2025) still requires a valid payment method to verify your identity, though you are not charged until you upgrade to a paid plan.

Free AWS AI credits (Amazon Bedrock)

New AWS accounts get up to $200 in credits ($100 on signup plus up to $100 more) that you can spend on Amazon Bedrock foundation models. A card is required for verification.

The short answer

The AWS Free Tier credits are spendable on Amazon Bedrock — including Claude, which is hosted there. The plan lasts six months or until credits run out, whichever comes first.

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AWS Activate startup credits

Eligible startups can get up to $200,000 in AWS Activate credits — usable on Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker and the rest of AWS. Apply with no card; you need an AWS account.

Free value

$200,000

Card required

No card

Expiry

No fixed expiry

Who

Pre-Series B startups founded within the last 10 years with an AWS account on a paid plan, new to Activate credits (or requesting more). The Portfolio tier requires association with an AWS Activate Provider (accelerator, incubator or VC).

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AWS Free Tier credits (usable on Bedrock)

New AWS accounts get up to $200 in credits — $100 on signup plus up to $100 more for using services — that can be spent on Amazon Bedrock. A card is required.

Free value

$200

Card required

Card required

Expiry

No fixed expiry

Who

New AWS customers on the free plan. A valid payment method is required to verify identity (you are not charged until you upgrade to a paid plan).

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Frequently asked questions

Does AWS give free credits for Amazon Bedrock?: New AWS accounts get up to $200 in credits — $100 on signup plus up to $100 more for using key services — that can be spent on Amazon Bedrock foundation models. A valid payment method is required for verification.
Does Amazon Bedrock have a free tier?: Bedrock has no permanent free tier of its own — it is pay-as-you-go. You reach it for free via the new AWS account credits, which the free plan applies over its first six months.
Do I need a credit card for the AWS free plan?: Yes. The free plan (launched July 2025) still requires a valid payment method to verify your identity, though you are not charged until you upgrade to a paid plan.

AWS Activate startup credits

AWS Free Tier credits (usable on Bedrock)

Frequently asked questions