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Dynamics NAV Support End-of-Life - Discover Dates & Terms

Updated: June 13th, 2025 by Ivan Farafonov

Dynamics NAV support is coming to an end. The latest versions still receive Extended Support from Microsoft, but major updates have already ended for all versions. This has caused concern among Navision users, as the end of support means:

slow system performance;
no bug fixes;
vulnerability to threats.

Let’s take a look at the situation with each version of NAV and when to expect the end of support.

Dynamics NAV Support Lifecycle

According to Microsoft’s official support cycle policy, each product version is supported for 10 years from its release date. This period is divided into two key stages. Let’s look at what users get at each of these periods.

Dynamics NAV Mainstream Support

For the first 5 years after the release of Dynamics NAV, you receive full support from the developer. This is a period when your system is improving and receiving new, powerful features. This includes:

security patches;
non-security updates;
requests for functionality changes.

NAV Extended Support

After the end of Mainstream support for Dynamics NAV, 5 years of Extended Support begin. It focuses on maintaining the security of the system. This means you continue to receive critical updates related to security, software modules, and databases. It allows you to keep your data safe from new threats. However, please note that Extended support does not include bug fixes, new features, or functionality changes.

Let’s check out the support situation depending on the version of Dynamics NAV.

Version of Navision	Mainstream Support End	Extended Support End
Dynamics NAV 2013	September 1, 2018	January 10, 2023
Dynamics NAV 2013 R2	September 1, 2018	January 10, 2023
Dynamics NAV 2015	January 14, 2020	January 14, 2025
Dynamics NAV 2016	April 13, 2021	April 14, 2026
Dynamics NAV 2017	January 11, 2022	January 11, 2027
Dynamics NAV 2018	January 10, 2023	January 11, 2028

As you can see, the supported versions of Dynamics NAV are 2016, 2017, and 2018. They receive extended support and therefore remain protected.

Final Words

In conclusion, although NAV support continues for the latest versions, you should consider the future prospects of the software. Take the time to evaluate your current settings and choose ways to upgrade the NAV software.

If you need help with this issue, please contact us. Our NAV developers are ready to provide expert advice and help determine the next steps for your software. Just share your requests, and we will choose the best solution.

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By Ivan Farafonov

I'm passionate about sharing my extensive experience in Microsoft and Dynamics 365 technologies. Beyond the technical realm, I excel in recruiting and building high-performing teams, ensuring every project is executed with precision and collaboration. As a contributor to HireDynamicsDevelopers, I share my insights on maximizing Dynamics 365’s potential, blending technical expertise with strategic team development. My passion lies in both technology and fostering talented professionals to achieve outstanding results.