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Tesla FSD Referral 2027: Free Month, Who Qualifies & How to Redeem

How Tesla’s FSD (Supervised) referral works in 2027: who gets a free month, how to redeem in the app, what referrers earn, and where the program runs (U.S., Canada, Mexico).

Short answer: If you already own an eligible Tesla, another owner’s FSD (Supervised) referral link can unlock a one-month free trial. You redeem it in the Tesla app (version 4.62.0 or later). The person who shared the link only earns a reward if you subscribe during that free month.

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Tesla Model Y exterior hero shot
Model Y. Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Who Qualifies for the Free FSD Month

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Referral Program is aimed at current owners, not first-time shoppers waiting on delivery.

You are usually eligible to redeem a free month when you:

  • Own or lease a registered Tesla on your account
  • Have compatible hardware and software for FSD (Supervised)
  • Have not paid for an FSD (Supervised) subscription in the past 12 months
  • Have not purchased FSD (Supervised) outright on that vehicle
  • Use Tesla app version 4.62.0 or later

Common lockouts:

  • You already got a delivery / new-car FSD trial in the past 12 months (wait until that window ends)
  • You only have FSD through a one-year grant (those accounts cannot refer or receive referral links)
  • Tesla for Business accounts and Tesla employees are typically excluded under Tesla’s terms
Tesla Full Self-Driving Supervised visualization on Cybertruck
Full Self-Driving (Supervised). Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

How to Redeem a Free Month in the Tesla App

  1. Update the Tesla app to 4.62.0 or later
  2. Open the FSD referral link on the phone where you are signed into the account that holds your car
  3. If the browser only shows “Download Tesla App,” long-press the link and choose Open in Tesla
  4. Accept the offer when Tesla confirms you are eligible
  5. If you have more than one eligible vehicle, pick which car gets the free month
  6. Note the trial end date in the app before you decide whether to subscribe

Redemptions are generally final. Each referrer also has an annual share limit, so a widely shared link can fill up. If one link is exhausted, ask another eligible FSD subscriber for theirs.

What Changed After October 30, 2026

Tesla’s classic Refer and Earn vehicle rewards ended for new car purchases on October 30, 2026. Ordering a Model 3, Model Y, or Cybertruck through a referral link no longer pays the old buyer/referrer vehicle benefits.

What still matters in 2027:

  • FSD (Supervised) referrals are the main owner-to-owner rewards path
  • Solar panels installed by Tesla can still qualify for buyer and referrer benefits
  • Loyalty benefits may still apply when existing owners buy another qualifying product (check the Loyalty tab in the app)
  • Older Tesla Credits from earlier program versions can still be redeemed until they expire
Tesla Model 3 exterior
Model 3. Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Where the FSD Referral Program Runs

The FSD referral offer launched in the United States in late October 2026, then expanded to Canada and Mexico in November 2026. Availability and credit amounts can differ by market, so treat the Tesla app as the source of truth for your account.

What the Referrer Earns

Sharing a link alone does nothing. The referrer only gets paid when the invitee starts a paid FSD (Supervised) subscription during the free month.

  • FSD subscribers: one free month of FSD (Supervised)
  • Outright FSD owners: a $99 Tesla Credit (matching one month of the U.S. subscription price)
  • Cap: up to 12 rewards per calendar year (resets January 1)

Rewards show as pending until the Grant Date, then expire 12 months after that grant.

Who can share a referral link

  • You must be subscribed to FSD (Supervised), or own it outright
  • One-year grant holders cannot refer
  • You need Tesla app 4.62.0+
Tesla Model Y Premium exterior
Model Y Premium. Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

How to Share an FSD Referral (Referrers)

  1. Open the Tesla app
  2. Tap the menu in the top-right corner
  3. Select Refer and Earn
  4. Open the FSD (Supervised) section and tap Share Your Link
  5. Send the invite to a fellow Tesla owner

Invitees usually need to open the link in the Tesla app.

Still Buying a Tesla in 2027?

Vehicle purchase referral rewards are gone for now, but a referral link is still a clean way to start configuring an order. If you are shopping Model 3, Model Y, or Cybertruck, you can use ours:

Order with our Tesla referral: https://ts.la/dino191535

Tesla Cybertruck exterior hero
Cybertruck. Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Existing owners buying again should open Refer and Earn → Loyalty for current owner benefits on Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck, and solar.

What Tesla Credits Can Pay For

When you earn Tesla Credits (including the $99 FSD referrer credit), Tesla says they can go toward:

  • Supercharging
  • A new vehicle purchase
  • A new energy product purchase
  • Outstanding service balances in the Tesla app
  • Tesla Shop purchases
  • Tesla Insurance payments
  • Upgrades, including subscriptions

Credits expire 12 months after the Grant Date, cannot be cashed out, and are not transferable.

Quick FAQ

Who qualifies for a free month of FSD from a referral?
A registered Tesla with compatible hardware, no paid FSD in the past 12 months, no outright FSD on that car, and Tesla app 4.62.0+. A recent delivery trial usually blocks you until 12 months after that trial ends.

Do new car referrals still pay in 2027?
As of October 30, 2026, Tesla says new vehicle purchases are not eligible for buyer and referrer benefits. Solar installed by Tesla can still qualify. Check Loyalty in the app if you already own a Tesla.

How much is FSD?
FSD (Supervised) is currently a subscription at $99/month in the U.S. Outright purchase is no longer offered for new buyers.

What does the referrer earn?
Only if you subscribe during the free month: one free FSD month for subscribers, or a $99 Tesla Credit for outright owners, up to 12 times per calendar year.

Where does the program run?
U.S. at launch, then Canada and Mexico. Confirm in your Tesla app.

Is FSD fully autonomous?
No. Tesla describes it as an advanced driver-assistance suite that requires an attentive driver at all times.

Where are the official rules?
Refer and Earn and FSD referral program.

Use Our Referral Link

If this guide helped, use our Tesla referral when you order or explore the lineup:

https://ts.la/dino191535

Questions about current rewards, or comparing Model 3 vs Model Y for daily driving? Reach out anytime.

Disclaimer: This post includes a BaseLynk Tesla referral link. Benefits, eligibility, markets, and qualifying products are controlled by Tesla and can change without notice. Always confirm current terms on Tesla’s support pages and in the Tesla app before ordering or subscribing. Tesla and Full Self-Driving are trademarks of Tesla, Inc. Product images courtesy of Tesla, Inc.