How do I get validated for GCC by Microsoft?

How do I get validated for GCC by Microsoft?

Before you can use the Microsoft government you need to apply for eligibility. The process is outlined below. Please note that process is different depending on which cloud you are seeking. If you are not sure which cloud is right for you, refer to this article.

Government Eligibility Validation Process 

Requirements: ​

• The customer must be a US person working directly for the US based business unit. ​
• They should have a cage code or be prepared to share a contract with listed government requirements.​

​Upon approval, the end user may share their environment credentials with the Partner for account management​

​This process is required for new customers or if it has been two years since the last validation check. ​

For Microsoft GCC High eligibility validation, use this link

Note: select Customer Handling Government Controlled Data then General Validation

For GCC Community eligibility validation, use this link

Select the following options on the first page

• Select a category: Customers handling government-controlled data
• Select the validation or service that you need: O365 GCC CSP Customer
• Existing Direct CSP Partner Tenant GUID:  97717e74-5788-4800-9f46-cf492176cacf