The Complete Guide to EV Grants in the UK.

Last updated: December 2025

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular across the UK — and to support this transition, the government offers a range of grants to help reduce the cost of EV chargers and associated infrastructure. Understanding these grants can make installing electric vehicle chargepoints much more affordable, whether for your home, business, or property portfolio. This article breaks down all the key schemes, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

What Are EV Grants?

EV grants are financial support schemes primarily funded by the UK government — specifically through the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) — designed to help individuals, businesses, charities and public bodies with the cost of installing electric vehicle charging equipment. These grants typically cover a portion of the purchase and installation costs, meaning lower upfront expenses for those installing EV chargers.

Home EV Chargepoint Grants

The two main home grant schemes help individuals reduce the cost of installing a chargepoint at their property.

Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for Renters and Flat Owners

This grant supports renters and flat owners to install a single EV chargepoint socket at their property. Eligible applicants can receive up to £350 or 75% of the total cost (whichever is lower) towards the purchase and installation. To qualify:

• You must live in the property as a renter or flat owner
• Your home must have private off-street parking
• You must own, lease, or use an eligible electric vehicle
• An authorised OZEV installer must carry out the work

Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for Households with On-Street Parking

If you don’t have private off-street parking, the government offers support when you install a cross-pavement charging solution such as a charging gully. This scheme also provides up to £350 or 75% of costs towards buying and installing the chargepoint and approved cross-pavement infrastructure. To apply, you must:

• Own or rent your property
• Be installing an approved cross-pavement charging solution
• Have permission from your local highways authority
• Use an authorised OZEV installer

Workplace and Business Chargepoint Grants

Organisations that want to install EV chargers for staff, visitors or fleet vehicles can apply for broader support through the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) and related infrastructure grants.

Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS)

The Workplace Charging Scheme helps businesses, charities and public sector bodies with the cost of installing up to 40 EV chargepoint sockets at workplace sites. The grant typically covers up to £350 per socket, helping offset purchase and installation expenses.

This makes workplace charging more financially viable, encouraging employers to support electric vehicles for commuting staff and commercial fleets.

Electric Vehicle Chargepoint and Infrastructure Grants for Landlords

Landlords can also benefit from two types of grants:

• EV Chargepoint Grant: Covers up to £350 per chargepoint socket
• EV Infrastructure Grant: Supports wider site preparation work (such as cabling and parking space enabling) with up to £30,000 of funding, depending on the number of parking spaces being enabled

These grants are particularly useful for landlords managing residential blocks or commercial car parks where future-proof charging infrastructure is being installed.

Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Grant for Staff and Fleets

Small and medium-sized businesses may also be eligible for EV infrastructure grants that help cover the cost of preparing sites and installing multiple chargepoints for staff or fleet vehicles. These typically provide up to 75% of infrastructure costs, capped around £15,000 per property, as well as a contribution toward charger sockets themselves.

Grants for Education Establishments

State-funded schools and educational institutions can access similar support under the Workplace Charging Scheme for education establishments, offering up to £2,500 per chargepoint socket — ideal for campuses and staff car parks looking to switch to electric vehicle charging.

How to Apply for EV Grants

Across these schemes, the general application process involves:

1. Confirm your eligibility: Check requirements for applicants, vehicles, and property types
2. Choose an OZEV-authorised installer: The installer must be registered and approved to install chargepoints eligible for grants
3. Get a quote for installation: Your installer will assess your site and provide a cost estimate
4. Submit your application: Structured through the official grant portal or the installer’s claim process
5. Complete the installation: The installer will claim the grant on your behalf, reducing your final bill

For most schemes, you cannot backdate installations — applications must be submitted before work begins.

Summary of Key EV Grants in the UK

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What qualifies as an eligible electric vehicle?

To qualify for most EV charger grants, the vehicle must be on the OZEV-approved list of eligible electric vehicles — typically owned, leased, or in regular use for at least six months.

Can I apply for more than one grant?

Yes — organisations and landlords, for example, can apply for multiple grants across different properties and installations, subject to individual scheme limits.

Do I need an authorised installer?

Yes — all grant applications require installations to be carried out and claimed through an OZEV-authorised installer.

Can funds be claimed after installation?

No — grants must generally be applied for before installation begins.

Are there grants for EV purchase?

Yes — separate from chargepoint grants, the UK government offers plug-in vehicle purchase grants, which apply as discounts at the point of sale for eligible EVs.

Useful Links

• Official government guidance on EV chargepoint grants: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grants
• Apply for workplace chargepoint grants: https://www.gov.uk/apply-electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grant
• Grant eligibility & details: https://www.gov.uk/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grant-household