Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2026-03-10 (212 days ago)
Upgrade: Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 18.10, 17.14, 16.11, 15.9.
| Product | Microsoft Visual Studio |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 18.3 2026 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2026-02-10 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2026-03-10 |
| Latest version | 18.3.3 (2026-03-10) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2026-03-10 (212 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 reach end of life?
Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 reached end of life on 2026-03-10.
When was Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 released?
Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 was first released on 2026-02-10.
What is the latest Microsoft Visual Studio 18.3 version?
The latest 18.3 release is 18.3.3, published on 2026-03-10.
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