Gemini API Free Tier Unavailable – Request for Help Without Billing

Gemini API
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Hello Google AI Team,

I am developing an Android radio and news application in Israel. I want to use the Gemini API to translate Hebrew news into Arabic.

My project details:

  • Project ID: my-project-606x

  • Project Number: 573301963810

  • Billing Tier: Free tier unavailable

  • Billing Account: Not linked

  • API keys: Successfully created

  • Error encountered: 403 PERMISSION_DENIED

Google Cloud confirms that my project is not linked to any billing account.

I only want to use the free Gemini API tier. I do not want to add a credit card, activate paid billing, or incur any charges.

Could you please clarify:

  1. Why is the Free Tier unavailable for my project?

  2. Is free Gemini API access available to users in Israel?

  3. Is there a restriction on my account or project that can be reviewed?

  4. How can I enable free access without adding payment information?

I would appreciate your assistance in resolving this issue.

Thank you.