Claude is not showing as an available model in VS Code #168289
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Select Topic AreaQuestion Copilot Feature AreaCopilot in GitHub BodyDescription: taken: Verified I’m using the latest version of the Copilot Chat extension. System details: VS Code version: 1.102.3 Screenshot: Expected behavior: |
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I recommend you to reinstall the github copilot extension. I had the same problem when I just activated copilot pro. You will see something like this If not, then you will see a button like load premium models, and they will be loaded according to your subscription. Hope that will help |
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It didn't work. When I try to load the model, it asks for API KEYS even though these models are supposed to be included. |
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@Gonzlezjg AFAIK, this list of premium models is controlled by your settings on github for copilot. You can enable each of them and have 'em display in vs code. Why you're being asked for API keys is because you're custom adding a model that's leveraging your developer account for said model. |
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well, FIrst thing is that you need to have aco pilot plus subscrition activate either paid or u should be student and need to avtivate it after that in your profile ther would be an option to enable them , i have mentioned an image and then you can use in your vs code |
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I’ve already enabled the options, and they still don’t show up. 
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Sounds like you've already taken the right steps. Just a heads-up: Claude models currently aren't available in the VS Code Copilot Chat extension, even if they're enabled in your GitHub account settings. As of now, Claude is only supported in Copilot Chat on the web (copilot.github.com). Hopefully, GitHub adds VS Code support for Claude soon! |
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Since yesterday, my Claude 3.5, 3.7, and 4 models have not been working. Whenever I enter a prompt, it just keeps showing the loading sign and doesn’t return any result. I don’t think any issues have been officially reported so far. Even I'm a paid member. |
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Hey! Claude isn’t currently available in the Copilot Chat extension for VS Code, even if it's enabled in your GitHub settings. Right now, only selected models like GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, and Gemini are supported. GitHub may add Claude support in future updates, but it’s not live yet. You're not missing anything on your end! |
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i just reported this issue to github support, hope they will solve this issue |
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I've noticed that Claude's AI is blocked in certain countries. I would like to know if this is true... |
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probably true,due to each contry goverment ! |
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I was using VPN, by changing country problem solved 👍🏼 thanks @Gonzlezjg |
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Hi there! This is a common confusion point that many developers encounter. Let me help clarify what's happening. The Key Distinction: GitHub Copilot vs. GitHub Copilot Chat GPT-4.1, GPT-4o Gemini 2.0 Flash, Gemini 2.5 Pro o3-mini, o4-mini Why This Happens What You Can Do Navigate to any repository on GitHub.com Use Copilot Chat directly in the web interface where Claude will be available Option 2: Stick with Current VS Code Models The available models in VS Code are excellent alternatives GPT-4o and Gemini 2.5 Pro are particularly capable for coding tasks Option 3: Request Feature Enhancement You can provide feedback to GitHub requesting Claude integration in VS Code Visit GitHub's feedback forums or contact support to voice this feature request Quick Verification Go to GitHub.com and open any repository Press ? to open the command palette Search for "Copilot Chat" You should see Claude models available there This isn't a bug or account issue—it's just how GitHub has currently structured their model availability across different platforms. The VS Code extension will likely expand its model options over time as GitHub continues to develop the integration. Hope this clears things up! The models available in VS Code are still very powerful for development work, but I understand wanting to use Claude specifically. |
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm pretty sure that Claude is recently available in VS Code Copilot chat extension, including:
If You Still Don't See Claude, maybe try the following:
ResourcesClaude Opus 4.1 in GitHub Copilot - September 23, 2025 |
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Ok... Finally got it working here! It's just bad UI/UX... When you click on Manage Models, they present a list of AI company names, and your instinct when you want to enable let's say Claude 4, is to click Anthropic... BUT... There is in that list the option "Copilot". If you click that it will let you choose from the available models to show in chat. Just leave what you want selected and then press ok! That's it! Good coding! |
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Hi @lucasfarina |
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If you not finding the copilot options in the pro, Uninstall the GitHub Copilot Chat extension and reinstall it. You see the models pop up "Claude" is available model. |
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I'm getting the same thing, sonnet models suddenly removed with no warning. I'm paying for Pro |
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same for me |
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same here. |
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Hi everyone, I was facing the same issue where Claude models were not showing in VS Code even though they were enabled in my GitHub Copilot settings. After checking the discussion, I tried going to Manage Models → Copilot and selected the available models from there. Restarting VS Code also helped refresh the model list. Now the models are visible in Copilot Chat. Thanks for the clarification and solution! |
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For me it does not show "Copilot" as a vendor. EDIT: Github has removed the models for students from its range. |
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Thanks! |
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Just to clarify — my comments weren’t meant to be spam. I was participating in the discussion and sharing possible suggestions based on the issue being discussed. If any of the replies looked repetitive or low-value, that wasn’t the intention. I’m simply trying to contribute and learn while helping others where possible. That said, I’ll keep future comments more concise and focused so they add clearer value to the thread. Thanks for the feedback. |
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Even if Claude (Sonnet 3.5 / 3.7 / 4) is enabled in your Copilot settings on GitHub, VS Code only shows models that are currently supported by the Copilot Chat extension and backend routing. Claude models come from Anthropic, and GitHub enables them gradually. So three things must all be true for them to appear: 1️⃣ Claude enabled in GitHub account settings If any one of these fails, Claude disappears from the model picker. 2. Why the Website Shows Claude but VS Code Doesn'tThis is currently the most common confusion. The Copilot settings page may show:
But that only means they are enabled for your account, not that every Copilot client supports them yet. Different Copilot clients support different models:
Platform | Model Availability
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GitHub Web Chat | Full model list
VS Code | Limited models
JetBrains | Limited models
So the model may work on the GitHub website but not inside VS Code. 3. Models Currently Visible in VS Code (Your Case)You reported seeing:
These come from:
GitHub currently prioritizes these models for Copilot Chat in VS Code. 4. Another Possible Cause: Copilot Chat Extension CachingSometimes the Copilot extension caches the model list and never refreshes it. Force refresh the modelsOpen Command Palette
Run these commands one by one:
then
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Restart VS Code and sign in again. 5. Check If Claude Works on GitHub WebsiteGo to:
Open Copilot Chat on the website. If Claude appears there, the problem is VS Code client-side, not your account. 6. Another Known Issue: Feature RolloutGitHub frequently does staged rollouts. That means:
Even with Copilot Pro. This depends on:
7. One Advanced Fix (Works Sometimes)Inside VS Code settings search:
If you see Model Provider Settings, enable:
Then restart VS Code. 8. If the Problem Still ExistsThe issue is most likely on GitHub's backend, not your system. In that case, your report is correct and should be submitted to: GitHub Copilot Issues Include:
9. Important NoteClaude models inside Copilot come from Anthropic, but GitHub must route requests through their own infrastructure. Sometimes GitHub temporarily disables a model in certain clients like Visual Studio Code while they test stability. |
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If you're like me on Student plan, they've decided to pull the plug to give us access to Claude Opus and other latest models. So that would explain why you're seeing the older models or none at all. |
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explain plz |
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what why? is there any official thread explaining this? or any other source of truth? |
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https://github.com/orgs/community/discussions/189268 "As part of this transition, however, some premium models, including GPT-5.4, and Claude Opus and Sonnet models, will no longer be available for self-selection under the GitHub Copilot Student Plan" |
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https://docs.github.com/en/copilot/get-started/plans#models "As part of this transition, however, some premium models, including GPT-5.4, and Claude Opus and Sonnet models, will no longer be available for self-selection under the GitHub Copilot Student Plan" |
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I'm not a student still don't work |
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u can switch to claude models by just clicking on the local btn and swich it to claude |
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if also the claude btn dont work switch it to copilot CLI it will work then |
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Thanks for sharing the solution about checking the models through “Manage Models”. Another thing that sometimes helps is refreshing the Copilot session in VS Code or signing out and back into the GitHub account used by the Copilot extension. In some cases the model list updates only after the extension reconnects with the account permissions. Good to know the Manage Models option can reveal the missing providers as well. |
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Ok... Finally got it working here! It's just bad UI/UX... When you click on Manage Models, they present a list of AI company names, and your instinct when you want to enable let's say Claude 4, is to click Anthropic... BUT... There is in that list the option "Copilot". If you click that it will let you choose from the available models to show in chat. Just leave what you want selected and then press ok! That's it!
Good coding!