Looking to install an EV charger at home in Scotland? The Scotland EV home charger grant offers up to £400 in support for eligible homeowners. Backed by Transport Scotland and administered by the Energy Saving Trust, this grant makes it more affordable for residents to charge electric vehicles at home.
Home EV Charging Support in Scotland: Domestic Grant Scheme Explained
How the Scotland EV Home Charger Grant Works
The Scotland Domestic EV Funding scheme is a government-backed initiative administered by the Energy Saving Trust and funded by Transport Scotland. The scheme offers up to £400 towards the cost of installing a home EV chargepoint. It is specifically aimed at residents in Scotland who have off-street parking and are transitioning to electric mobility.
Although the scheme is currently paused, it is expected to reopen during the 2025–26 financial year, meaning prospective applicants should prepare now to take advantage of the funding when it resumes.
If you’re planning to go electric, this grant makes home charging much more affordable for Scottish households.
Who is Eligible?
To qualify for the grant, applicants typically must:
- Be a homeowner or private renter in Scotland
- Have access to off-street parking
- Own or lease an eligible electric vehicle
- Use a chargepoint model and installer approved by OZEV (Office for Zero Emission Vehicles)
For previous rounds of funding, recipients also had to apply in conjunction with the UK-wide OZEV EVHS (Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme). Future application rules are likely to follow similar guidelines.
Why Use This Grant?
The average cost of a home EV charger installation can range from £800 to £1,200, depending on the model and installation complexity. With a £350 OZEV grant and an additional £400 from Transport Scotland, qualifying Scottish households were able to install a high-quality charger for very little out of pocket.
This funding helps:
- Reduce upfront costs for going electric
- Encourage sustainable transportation
- Support the Scottish Government’s Net Zero by 2045 goal
When combined with potential savings on fuel, maintenance, and tax, installing a home charger with support from this scheme can significantly reduce the overall cost of EV ownership.
What’s Next? When Will the Scheme Return?
Though paused in 2024, Transport Scotland has indicated that the domestic EV chargepoint scheme will likely reopen during 2025–26 with similar objectives and funding. Interested residents should stay informed by visiting the Energy Saving Trust’s official EV funding page and signing up for notifications.
For more information and official updates, visit the Energy Saving Trust’s EV chargepoint funding page.
How to Prepare for Future Funding
While awaiting the reopening of the scheme, you can take several steps to get ready:
- Assess your property for charger installation suitability
- Compare OZEV-approved chargepoints and installers
- Research potential EV models that qualify under the scheme
- Subscribe to updates from Transport Scotland and the Energy Saving Trust
By preparing now, you’ll be ready to apply as soon as the grant resumes, ensuring you don’t miss out on valuable support.
Making EV Charging Accessible for All
Public policy around EV infrastructure in Scotland reflects a broader commitment to clean energy and social equity. By funding domestic chargepoints, the Scottish Government is helping remove barriers to EV adoption, especially for households that may find upfront installation costs prohibitive.
Whether you’re an early adopter or planning your first electric vehicle purchase, knowing that funding assistance is available makes the switch more attainable.
