Summary

The OZEV (Office for Zero Emission Vehicles) runs several grant schemes to accelerate EV charging infrastructure. The main schemes relevant to tradespeople are:

  1. Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant (EVCG) — for domestic homeowners and some renters/flat residents
  2. Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) — for businesses and certain public sector organisations
  3. EV Infrastructure Grant for Residential Car Parks — for blocks of flats and multi-unit residential properties

Grant values and eligibility criteria change periodically. Always check the current OZEV guidance before advising customers, as this information may be outdated.

OZEV-registered installers play a central role: they submit the grant claim on the customer's behalf as part of the installation process. The grant is effectively a discount on the installer's invoice — the installer claims back from OZEV.

Key Facts

  • EVCG grant amount — currently £350 per chargepoint (as of early 2026; subject to change)
  • Eligible vehicles — vehicles on the OZEV approved vehicle list; most modern battery EVs and eligible plug-in hybrids (check current list)
  • Off-street parking — property must have dedicated off-street parking; road-side parking is not eligible
  • Flat eligibility — expanded from 2022; flat-owners in purpose-built blocks and some other flat types are now eligible under the EVCG
  • OZEV-registered installer — mandatory for all grant installations; see ozev approved installer
  • Approved chargepoint product — must be on OZEV's approved product list; most major brands (Ohme, Wallbox, Easee, Podpoint, etc.) are approved
  • Smart charging — all grant-eligible chargepoints must comply with Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations 2021
  • One chargepoint per property — typically one grant per eligible property
  • Workplace Charging Scheme — £350 per socket, maximum 40 sockets per applicant; OZEV-registered installer required; smart chargepoint required
  • Combined with other grants — some local authorities and housing associations offer additional top-up grants; check locally

Quick Reference Table: OZEV Grant Schemes

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Scheme Eligibility Grant Value Who Applies
Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant (home) Homeowner with off-street parking + eligible EV £350 per chargepoint Installer on customer's behalf
EVCG (flat) Flat-owner in eligible property £350 per chargepoint Installer on customer's behalf
Workplace Charging Scheme Businesses, charities, public sector £350 per socket (max 40) Organisation directly, installer supports
EV Infrastructure Grant (residential car parks) Landlords, flat developers Up to £30,000 per site Applicant directly

Grant values and eligibility current as of April 2026. Check OZEV website for latest information.

Detailed Guidance

EVCG: Who Is Eligible?

For homeowners:

  • Own (freehold or long leasehold) or rent the property
  • Have a dedicated off-street parking space (driveway, private car park, garage)
  • Own or lease an eligible EV or plug-in hybrid (check OZEV's approved vehicle list; the vehicle must be registered to the address or the applicant)
  • Use an OZEV-registered installer
  • Install an OZEV-approved smart chargepoint

For renters: Renters can apply but must have landlord permission to install the chargepoint. The chargepoint may need to remain with the property when the tenant leaves.

For flat-owners: Following OZEV's expansion of the scheme in 2022:

  • Owner-occupiers in purpose-built flats are eligible
  • Flat-owners in converted houses are eligible in some cases
  • The applicant must have a dedicated parking space
  • Installation in communal car parks is more complex (see EV Infrastructure Grant)

Not eligible:

  • Properties without off-street parking
  • Properties in Scotland (separate grant scheme through Transport Scotland)
  • Those who have previously received an EVCG grant for the same property (generally one per property)

Application Process for EVCG

The application process is installer-led:

Step 1: Customer checks eligibility The customer verifies they have an eligible EV, off-street parking, and are not excluded by any other criterion.

Step 2: Customer obtains a grant voucher (some schemes require this first; others are installer-direct) Under the current EVCG process, the installer submits on behalf of the customer — the customer does not need to apply first. However, schemes change; verify the current process on the OZEV website.

Step 3: Installer completes the installation Using an OZEV-approved chargepoint. The invoice to the customer should reflect the grant deduction.

Step 4: Installer submits the claim Via the OZEV installer portal: upload evidence including:

  • Photo of installed chargepoint
  • Photo of the property showing off-street parking
  • Chargepoint serial number
  • Customer's vehicle details (registration number)
  • Electrical Installation Certificate

Step 5: OZEV processes and pays the installer Payment is typically made within a few weeks of a successful claim. OZEV may request additional information.

Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS)

The WCS is designed for businesses, charities, and public sector bodies to install workplace charging:

  • Applicant — the business or organisation (not the installer)
  • Eligible: businesses registered in the UK; charities; public sector bodies
  • Not eligible: residential properties used as business (home office — boundary case)
  • Application — organisation applies for a voucher via the OZEV WCS portal before installation
  • Voucher validity — typically 180 days; installation must be completed within validity period
  • Grant amount — £350 per socket, maximum 40 sockets
  • Installer — must be OZEV-registered
  • Chargepoint — must be OZEV-approved and smart-charging compliant
  • Interaction with EVCG — the same person cannot claim both EVCG and WCS for the same chargepoint; if a director has home charging, they may be eligible for EVCG at home and WCS at their business premises separately

Approved Chargepoint Products

OZEV maintains a list of approved chargepoint models. To be approved, a chargepoint must:

  • Comply with the Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations 2021
  • Meet cyber security requirements (ETSI EN 303 645)
  • Have a minimum 3-year warranty
  • Be capable of providing demand management functionality

Major approved brands (current as of writing, subject to change):

  • Ohme Home Pro
  • Wallbox Pulsar Plus
  • Easee Home
  • Podpoint Solo 3
  • EO Mini Pro
  • Zappi (myenergi)
  • Hypervolt Home 3

Always check the current OZEV approved products list at the time of installation — products are added and removed.

Grant Clawback and Compliance

OZEV conducts audits of installer claims. Consequences of non-compliance:

  • Grant clawback — OZEV requires repayment if installation doesn't meet scheme requirements
  • Removal from installer register — repeat non-compliance leads to deregistration
  • Evidence retention — keep all installation evidence (EIC, photos, customer details) for minimum 3 years
  • Chargepoint swap — if the customer wants to change the chargepoint later, the grant is not recoverable; the new installation would need a new grant application

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a customer get the EVCG if they don't yet own an EV?

No. The customer must own or lease an eligible EV at the time of installation. Some customers order a chargepoint before the EV delivery — the grant application cannot be submitted until the EV is registered. In practice, some installers install and wait for the EV to arrive before submitting the claim.

Does the grant apply to 3-pin socket installations?

No. The EVCG applies only to dedicated EVSE (Mode 3 chargepoints). A standard 3-pin socket installation does not qualify, even if used for EV charging.

Can a landlord claim the grant for rental properties?

Landlords of private rented residential properties can claim the EVCG subject to specific eligibility criteria. The rules have changed over time; check the current OZEV landlord guidance. The chargepoint must serve a specific parking space and tenants must have agreed to the installation.

Is VAT applicable to EV chargepoint installations?

From 1 April 2022, EV chargepoint installation in residential dwellings is subject to 0% VAT (reduced from 5%) under the Energy Saving Materials and Heating Equipment relief. This applies to the supply and installation together. Commercial installations remain at 20% VAT. Always check current HMRC guidance, as VAT treatment can change.

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