RHEL 9
RHEL 9 was released on May 18, 2022 and is supported until May 31, 2032, 5 years and 8 months from now.
RHEL 9 support timeline
May 18, 2022Today
44% elapsedEnd of life
May 31, 2032
RHEL 9 release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (9.8) | ||
| 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 9?
RHEL 9 still receives updates, so there is no rush. RHEL 10 is newer and supported until May 31, 2035; upgrade when its changes matter to you, and plan to move before May 31, 2032.
Minor releases arrive through sudo dnf upgrade. Major version upgrades use Red Hat’s Leapp in-place upgrade tooling.
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RHEL 9: common questions
When does RHEL 9 reach end of life?
RHEL 9 reaches end of life on May 31, 2032, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until May 31, 2036.
Is RHEL 9 still supported?
Yes. RHEL 9 is supported until May 31, 2032.
When was RHEL 9 released?
RHEL 9 was released on May 18, 2022.
What is the latest RHEL 9 point release?
The latest point release is 9.8, published May 20, 2026.
Is RHEL 9 an LTS release?
Yes. RHEL 9 is a long-term support (LTS) release.
What should I upgrade RHEL 9 to?
RHEL 10 is the next LTS release that is still supported (until May 31, 2035).