RHEL 8
RHEL 8 was released on May 7, 2019 and is supported until May 31, 2029, 2 years and 8 months from now.
RHEL 8 support timeline
May 7, 2019Today
74% elapsedEnd of life
May 31, 2029
RHEL 8 release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (8.10) | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. | |
| Extended support ends | Often paid or provided by a third party. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Oct 6, 2026. Status as of Oct 7, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
Should you upgrade from RHEL 8?
RHEL 8 still receives updates, so there is no rush. RHEL 9 is newer and supported until May 31, 2032; upgrade when its changes matter to you, and plan to move before May 31, 2029.
Minor releases arrive through sudo dnf upgrade. Major version upgrades use Red Hat’s Leapp in-place upgrade tooling.
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RHEL 8: common questions
When does RHEL 8 reach end of life?
RHEL 8 reaches end of life on May 31, 2029, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until May 31, 2033.
Is RHEL 8 still supported?
Yes. RHEL 8 is supported until May 31, 2029.
When was RHEL 8 released?
RHEL 8 was released on May 7, 2019.
What is the latest RHEL 8 point release?
The latest point release is 8.10, published May 22, 2024.
Is RHEL 8 an LTS release?
Yes. RHEL 8 is a long-term support (LTS) release.
What should I upgrade RHEL 8 to?
RHEL 9 is the next LTS release that is still supported (until May 31, 2032). The newest release is RHEL 10.