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Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 Months – Your Flexible, Professional-Grade Development Environment
Transform your development workflow with a full-featured, industry-standard IDE that adapts to your project timelines. Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional is the definitive integrated development environment for professional developers building modern applications across web, cloud, mobile, and desktop. This 12-month subscription licence, delivered instantly by Lizensa, gives you unrestricted access to advanced debugging, collaborative tools, and comprehensive testing capabilities without the commitment of a perpetual licence. It is the ideal solution for freelance developers, independent software vendors, and small-to-medium teams who need enterprise-grade tooling aligned with annual project budgets or fixed-term contracts.
Unlike limited community editions, Visual Studio 2022 Professional unlocks the full productivity suite for commercial development. You gain access to professional developer tooling including CodeLens, Live Share collaboration, and advanced unit testing frameworks. The 12-month term provides complete flexibility: scale your tooling up or down as project demands change, with no automatic renewal obligations. Lizensa ensures you receive a genuine, verifiable Microsoft licence with full EU VAT invoicing, making procurement straightforward for businesses and individual professionals alike. This is not merely a software purchase; it is a strategic investment in code quality, team efficiency, and on-time delivery.
Key features and benefits
Full-featured professional IDE for commercial projects: Build, debug, and deploy applications for sale or internal business use. Visual Studio Professional grants the rights you need for commercial software development, protecting your business from licensing compliance risks.
Advanced debugging and diagnostics: Pinpoint issues faster with IntelliTrace historical debugging, snapshot debugging for cloud apps, and the PerfTips performance wizard. Spend less time hunting bugs and more time writing features that deliver value.
Intelligent code completion with IntelliCode: Boost productivity with context-aware, AI-assisted code suggestions that learn from your own codebase patterns. IntelliCode helps your team write consistent, high-quality code with fewer keystrokes.
Live Share for real-time collaboration: Share your IDE session with colleagues for instant code reviews, pair programming, or mentoring sessions. Resolve complex problems together without leaving your editor or setting up a shared environment.
Built-in Git and Azure DevOps integration: Manage source control, work items, and CI/CD pipelines directly from the IDE. Streamline your DevOps workflow and ship updates faster with integrated tools that reduce context switching.
What you get
Digital delivery after purchase
License details and activation instructions included
Suitable for private or business use where the product terms allow
Lizensa support for installation and activation questions
Professional planning, project or diagramming software
Retail, ESD and MAK-style variants where available
Suitable for managed business accounts and admin-led rollout
Specifications
Operating system
Windows
Version
2022
SKU
LZP-0480
Licence
Annual subscription
Architecture
x64
Languages
From order to activation
01Order received
02Key verified
03Email delivered
04You activate
Common questions
What are the system requirements for Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months?
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months requires Windows 10/11, at least 4 GB of RAM (though 8 GB is recommended), and 2 GB of free storage space. An internet connection is needed for download and activation.
What kind of license do I get with Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months from Lizensa?
Your Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months license is a subscription valid for the selected term. It includes all updates and security patches during the subscription period and can be renewed at the end of the term.
What's included with my Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months purchase from Lizensa?
Your purchase includes a genuine Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months license key, a download link from the official Microsoft website, step-by-step activation instructions, a VAT invoice (EU), and lifetime access to the key in your Lizensa account. All keys are authentic and backed by our 14-day money-back guarantee.
Why is Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months so much cheaper on Lizensa?
At just €159.90, our Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months license is up to 86% cheaper than retail because we buy in wholesale volume from European distribution channels and pass the savings directly to you. You get the exact same genuine product — just without the retail markup.
How do I install and activate Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months from Lizensa?
After purchase, you'll receive a download link and license key by email. Download the software from the official Microsoft website, enter your key during installation or in the activation menu, and follow the guided setup. Full instructions are included with your purchase.
Is Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months compatible with my operating system?
Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months is compatible with current versions of Windows and macOS. Please check the system requirements section on this page before purchasing. Most modern PCs and Macs meet or exceed the minimum requirements.
How quickly will I receive my license key from Lizensa?
Your license key is delivered instantly via email after payment is confirmed — typically within 30 seconds. You'll also find it in your Lizensa account dashboard under My Library.
Are Lizensa license keys genuine and legal in the EU?
Yes. Our licenses are sourced through European distribution channels and come with a VAT invoice. The EU Court of Justice (UsedSoft v Oracle, C-128/11) has confirmed that software license resale is legal within the European Economic Area.
What is Lizensa's refund policy?
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee on all licenses. If you encounter any issues with activation or the product doesn't meet your needs, contact our support team for a full refund — no questions asked.
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After purchase, you'll receive an email with your license key and step-by-step activation instructions. Simply enter the key during installation or in your system's activation settings. Most activations take under 2 minutes.
Do I get support with my Lizensa purchase?
Absolutely. Our multilingual support team responds within one hour during business hours. We can assist with installation, activation troubleshooting, and license questions via email in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, and Polish.
Is this licence lawfully resold in the EU?
Yes. Sourced through authorized European distribution channels. Every key is genuine and resaleable under EU “exhaustion of rights” (CJEU C-128/11).
How fast does the key arrive?
Average delivery is 43 seconds. We commit to under 60 seconds. If we miss that, you get a free replacement.
Can I get a refund if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes. EU consumer law gives you 14 days to return any unused key — no fees, no questions. Honoured without friction.
Do you provide a VAT invoice for B2B?
Yes. EU-compliant invoice with every order, downloadable from your dashboard. Valid VAT number triggers automatic reverse-charge.
What languages is the activation guide in?
EN, DE, FR, ES, NL, PL, IT, PT — matched automatically to your account locale.
What if I have trouble activating?
Email or chat support replies in your language within an hour during EU business hours. We’ll walk you through it or replace the key.
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Comprehensive testing tools: Design, run, and analyse unit tests, live unit testing, and code coverage reports. Ensure code reliability before merging with automated testing that catches regressions early in the development cycle.
Cross-platform and multi-language support: Develop in .NET, C++, Python, Node.js, and more, targeting Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android. One IDE serves your entire polyglot technology stack, reducing toolchain complexity.
12-month subscription flexibility: Align your IDE licensing with project milestones or fiscal budgets. The term licence includes all product updates released during your active subscription period, ensuring you always work with the latest tooling.
What's included with your purchase
When you order Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12 months from Lizensa, you receive a complete, ready-to-activate digital licence package. Your purchase includes a genuine Microsoft subscription licence key valid for one named user for a period of 12 months from the date of activation. This is a full commercial-use licence, not an evaluation or academic-only version.
Your licence is delivered entirely digitally. Within minutes of completing your purchase, you will find the unique product key and a detailed activation guide in your email inbox and your Lizensa customer account. There is no physical media to ship or wait for. You simply download the Visual Studio 2022 installer directly from Microsoft's official website, enter your licence key during setup, and activate online. The subscription term begins upon successful activation.
This is a one-time purchase for the 12-month period. There is no automatic recurring charge. If you wish to continue using Visual Studio Professional beyond the initial term, you may purchase a new subscription at that time. Your licence includes all product updates and fixes released by Microsoft during your active subscription window. The licence is tied to the designated user and permits installation on multiple machines for that user's exclusive use, in accordance with Microsoft's current Product Terms.
Choosing the right edition
Selecting the correct Visual Studio edition ensures you have the right tools without paying for features you do not need. Microsoft offers three primary tiers for Visual Studio 2022:
Visual Studio 2022 Professional is the sweet spot for most professional developers and small teams. It includes advanced debugging, CodeLens, Live Share, and comprehensive testing tools. This 12-month subscription is ideal if you need commercial development rights with flexible, project-aligned budgeting.
Visual Studio 2022 Enterprise is designed for larger teams and complex software projects. It adds advanced architecture and modelling tools, IntelliTrace in production, and additional load testing capabilities. Choose Enterprise if you manage large codebases, require sophisticated DevOps analytics, or need to debug issues in production environments.
Visual Studio Community is a free edition for individual developers, open-source projects, academic research, and classroom learning. It is not licenced for commercial enterprise development beyond specific allowances.
For the subscription term, the 12-month option provides maximum flexibility. It is perfect for contractors working on a fixed-term engagement, businesses that prefer operational expenditure over capital expenditure, or anyone who wants to evaluate the full Professional feature set before committing to a longer-term licensing agreement.
System requirements and compatibility
Before activating your licence, ensure your development machine meets the following requirements. Visual Studio 2022 is a powerful 64-bit application designed for modern hardware.
Operating System: Windows 10 version 1909 or higher (64-bit), Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, or Windows Server 2022.
Processor: 1.8 GHz or faster 64-bit processor; quad-core or better recommended.
Memory (RAM): Minimum 2 GB; 4 GB or more strongly recommended for typical development workloads.
Storage: Minimum 2 GB of available hard disk space for the core IDE; actual space required varies significantly based on installed workloads and components. A solid-state drive (SSD) is recommended for optimal performance.
Architecture: 64-bit operating system required. The IDE itself is 64-bit, offering improved memory handling for large solutions.
Internet: Internet connection required for product activation, licence validation, and downloading installer components.
Languages: The IDE user interface is available in English, German, French, Dutch, and Polish, among other languages.
These requirements represent a baseline. Specific development workloads, such as mobile development with emulators or game development with Unity, will demand additional resources. We recommend consulting the official Microsoft Visual Studio documentation for workload-specific hardware recommendations before beginning your installation.
Installation and activation
Getting started with your new development environment is straightforward. Lizensa ensures you have everything you need for a smooth setup.
Receive your licence: After your payment is processed, your unique product key and activation instructions are delivered to your email address and made available in your Lizensa customer account. Delivery typically occurs within seconds.
Download the installer: Navigate to the official Microsoft Visual Studio download page. Do not use third-party download sites. Download the Visual Studio 2022 Professional bootstrapper.
Install and activate: Run the installer, select the development workloads you require, and when prompted, enter the product key provided by Lizensa. The installer will connect to Microsoft's activation servers to validate your 12-month subscription.
Begin developing: Once activation is complete, your licence is active. You can immediately start creating, debugging, and deploying your applications.
If you encounter any issues during activation, Lizensa's support team is available to assist. We can help troubleshoot activation errors and ensure your key is recognised correctly. Please note that our support covers licence activation and delivery issues; for in-depth product usage questions, Microsoft's extensive documentation and developer community are excellent resources. You may reinstall Visual Studio on a new or reformatted machine during your subscription period, provided the licence remains assigned to the same named user.
Why choose Lizensa for your software licences
Securing your development tools through Lizensa means choosing a procurement experience built on trust, speed, and European regulatory compliance. We understand that a software licence is a critical business asset, and we treat every transaction with the professionalism it deserves. When you purchase your Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional 12-month subscription from us, you are not just buying a key; you are gaining a reliable partner for your software licensing needs.
Our digital delivery system is engineered for immediacy. The moment your payment clears, your licence key is dispatched to your inbox, often in under sixty seconds. This means no shipping delays and no waiting to start a critical project. Every licence we sell is 100% genuine and sourced through authorised European distribution channels, guaranteeing that your software is fully supported and compliant with Microsoft's licensing terms. You can develop with confidence, knowing your tools are legitimate.
As an EU-based business, we provide full VAT invoices suitable for business expense reporting and procurement departments, with reverse-charge mechanisms available for validated B2B customers. Your purchase is protected by European consumer law, including a 14-day right of withdrawal. Our checkout is secured by Stripe, supporting a wide range of payment methods including SEPA, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and major credit cards. Should you need assistance, our multilingual technical support team is ready to help with any activation or delivery questions, ensuring your path from purchase to productivity is seamless. Your licence is valid for activation across all 27 EU member states.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a subscription or a one-time purchase?
This is a one-time purchase for a 12-month subscription licence. You pay a single price for a fixed term of use. There is no automatic renewal, and you will not be charged again unless you choose to purchase another term.
What happens when my 12-month subscription expires?
When the subscription period ends, the Visual Studio 2022 Professional licence will no longer be active, and the software will enter a reduced-functionality state. To continue using the full Professional features, you would need to purchase a new subscription.
Is this a genuine and legal Microsoft licence?
Absolutely. Lizensa supplies only 100% genuine, verifiable Microsoft licences sourced through authorised European distribution channels. You receive a legitimate product key that activates directly with Microsoft's servers.
How quickly will I receive my licence key?
Our delivery is automated and near-instant. In most cases, you will receive the email containing your product key and activation guide within 60 seconds of completing your purchase. The key is also stored in your Lizensa customer account.
Can I use this licence for commercial software development?
Yes. Microsoft Visual Studio 2022 Professional is licenced for commercial use. You can use it to develop, test, and deploy applications that you sell or use for internal business operations, in accordance with Microsoft's Product Terms.
What if I have trouble activating the software?
Lizensa provides dedicated support for activation issues. If you encounter an error during activation, contact our support team with your order details, and we will help you resolve the problem. We stand behind every licence we sell.
Can I reinstall Visual Studio on a new computer?
Yes, you can transfer the software to a new device during the 12-month term, provided the licence remains for the exclusive use of the single named user to whom it is assigned. You would uninstall it from the old machine and install it on the new one using the same key.
Does this licence work in my country within the EU?
Yes. The licence is valid for activation and use in all 27 European Union member states. Lizensa provides EU-compliant invoicing, and the product key has no regional restrictions within the EU.
Do you provide a VAT invoice for my purchase?
Yes. A full VAT invoice is issued for every purchase. For B2B customers with a valid EU VAT ID, the reverse-charge mechanism can be applied. The invoice is suitable for business accounting and tax purposes.
What payment methods does Lizensa accept?
We accept a variety of secure payment methods through our Stripe-powered checkout, including major credit cards, SEPA bank transfers, iDEAL, BLIK, and Google Pay. Your payment details are encrypted and handled securely.
What is your refund policy?
You are protected by the EU's 14-day right of withdrawal for digital goods. If you have not yet activated or downloaded the licence key, you may request a full refund within 14 days of purchase. Please review our full refund policy for details on digital licence returns.
Is technical support for using Visual Studio included?
Lizensa provides free support for licence delivery and activation issues. For in-depth guidance on using Visual Studio's development features, we recommend Microsoft's official documentation, community forums, and other developer resources.
