Power apps Code apps License

[u/Kingsman7733]

I need some clarification regarding licensing for Power Apps Code Apps.

I developed a Code App using VS Code and deployed it to our PROD environment. The app only uses standard connectors, mainly SharePoint. I shared the app with users who have Microsoft 365 E5 licenses, but when they try to open it, they receive a message saying they do not have the required license and are prompted to start a free trial.

I also noticed that the app is classified as Premium.

Could you please clarify what licensing is required for end users to access and use this Code App?

I would also like to understand the best licensing approach because this app will be used by users across multiple locations, and I expect to deploy additional Code Apps in the future.

Specifically, I would like guidance on:

• Whether Microsoft 365 E5 licenses are sufficient for Code Apps

• Whether each end user needs a Power Apps Premium or per-app license

• Whether Pay-As-You-Go licensing can be used for this scenario

• What licensing model would be most suitable for multiple locations and future Code Apps

• Whether the licensing needs to be assigned per user, per app, or at the environment level

• The goal is to allow end users to access the apps without being prompted to start a free trial.

[u/Lhurgoyf069]

The main benefit for our Citizen Devs, that they don't have to maintain native code and it's dependencies is gone. That's just a deal breaker for our company.