Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 10 Apr 2029.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Visual Studio release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 10 Aug 2021 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 10 Apr 2029 | in 975 days |
| Latest release | 16.11.58 · 14 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 16.11 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual Studio 17.14 | 13 Jan 2032 | 1,983 | +1,008 days |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 | 10 Apr 2029 | 975 | this branch |
| Microsoft Visual Studio 15.9 | 13 Apr 2027 | 247 | -728 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 reach end of life?
Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 reaches end of life on 10 Apr 2029 — 975 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 still supported?
Yes. Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 is currently maintained. Latest release: 16.11.58, published 14 Jul 2026.
What happens when Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 10 Apr 2029 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Microsoft Visual Studio 16.11?
975 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.