Do i need to complete gta v to access online features?

Grand Theft Auto Online is the online multiplayer portion that accompanies Grand Theft Auto V. After installing GTA V, players can access GTA Online without having completed the single‑player campaign. The online component functions as a separate mode that allows up to thirty players to explore the open world of San Andreas, including Los Santos, and engage in cooperative or competitive game modes. While some online missions may be unlocked through progression in the base game, the core online experience is available immediately after installation.