In order to be eligible for monetization on YouTube, creators must meet the following criteria:

1. Have at least 1,000 subscribers
2. Have at least 4,000 hours of watch time within the past 12 months
3. Have an AdSense account linked to their YouTube account
4. Comply with YouTube’s policies, including its Community Guidelines and Advertiser-friendly content guidelines
5. Live in a country or region where the YouTube Partner Program is available

Please note that these criteria are subject to change, and YouTube may update them from time to time. It is always a good idea to check the latest requirements to ensure that your channel meets all of the necessary criteria for monetization.