MC1225192 | Microsoft Entra ID Governance: Azure subscription required to continue using guest governance features

Service

Microsoft Entra

Last Updated

2026-04-16T17:18:52.797Z

Published

2026-01-30T22:53:31Z

Message ID

MC1225192

Introduction Beginning January 30, 2026, Microsoft Entra ID Governance will require all tenants to have a linked Azure subscription to continue using Identity Governance features for guest users. This change ensures accurate billing for governance actions performed by guests and supports continued access to advanced governance capabilities. When this will happen: General availability and enforcement begin on January 30, 2026. How this will affect your organization: Who is affected: • Organizations using Microsoft Entra ID Governance features for guest users (userType = Guest). • Admins managing lifecycle workflows or Entra ID Governance features in entitlement management for external or gues...

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