OpenAI has announced that Sora 2, their advanced video generation AI platform, can now greet all users without an invite code in various countries, including the United States, Canada, Japan, and South Korea. The invitation code policy will only be enforced for the current launch due to harvesting factors and expected server load upon accessing Sora 2, which has been a sensation globally since its initial launch in October 2025. There were only limited options for users to join Sora 2 in the past. With more demand than supply, prospective users obtained scarce invite codes from official channels, as well as from their large. They sometimes illegally obtained ‘friends’ on social networks and in community forums, creating a secondary market.
That is to say, users from eligible countries can download the Sora iOS app directly from the Apple App Store and sign in using their ChatGPT account information, with no additional steps required to get started. Meanwhile, users from outside eligible countries should already have access to invitation codes; otherwise, they must wait until the broader launch of the app. OpenAI has offered access incrementally, with prioritization given to paying Pro users, but access was not limited to Pro users only. Additionally, Android users should be aware that limitations exist in-app; however, they can use an established invite code and web browsers to generate videos.
Sora 2 stands out in that it creates hyper-realistic AI-generated prompts in videos without the use of cameras, editing software, or other third-party creators, leading to the app’s rapid spread. The mobile application and Sora.com provide access to Sora 2, a video creation and social engagement platform driven by AI, with no traditional social media factors, including influencers and advertisements.
While the no-invite-code window is a temporary measure, users are advised to act quickly. Third-party platforms, such as Open Art AI, enable watermark-free Sora 2 video creation without requiring a code or VPN, as well as other measures to prevent code acquisition. However, as there are many scams involving unofficial code generators and marketplaces, users are advised to verify their code only through official means.
Overall, OpenAI’s decision to remove invite codes for Sora 2 makes it much easier for people in these important markets to use the service. This accelerates the adoption of AI video and creative exploration, but it remains a temporary measure until the service is accessible to a broader audience worldwide.