Short answer: For chargepoint installations completed on or after 1 April 2026, GOV.UK says eligible workplace applicants can claim up to £500 per socket, capped at 75% of eligible costs, for up to 40 sockets across sites.
Warehouse and business eligibility in 2026
Warehouses, depots, offices, retail sites, charities and public sector premises can consider the Workplace Charging Scheme if the applicant controls the site, has dedicated off-street parking and uses OZEV-authorised installers and eligible chargepoints.
If the chargers are for employees, fleet vehicles, visitors or a mixed-use business car park, check the business route first. If the query is about flats, landlords, renters or on-street household parking, use the EV charger grant eligibility checker instead.
Workplace Charging Scheme at a glance
| Item | Current 2026 position |
|---|---|
| Grant amount | Up to £500 per socket, subject to the 75% cap. |
| Socket cap | Up to 40 sockets across all sites per applicant. |
| Eligible applicants | Businesses, charities and public sector organisations that meet the scheme rules. |
| Deadline | Extended for a final year until 31 March 2027. |
| Installer | Must use an OZEV-authorised installer and eligible chargepoint models. |
Who should consider it?
- Employers adding staff or fleet charging.
- Charities and public sector organisations with car parks.
- Businesses wanting to support company cars, grey fleet or visitor charging.
- Small businesses that can evidence eligible site use.
How the process works
- Check applicant and site eligibility.
- Apply for a voucher before the installation.
- Choose an OZEV-authorised installer.
- Install eligible chargepoints and deduct the grant from the customer invoice.
- The installer redeems the voucher within the required window.
Budget examples
| Project | Gross cost | Potential grant | Net cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 sockets | £3,000 | Up to £1,000 | About £2,000 |
| 6 sockets | £9,000 | Up to £3,000 | About £6,000 |
| 20 sockets | £35,000 | Up to £10,000 | About £25,000 |
Actual support depends on eligible costs, the 75% cap and the number of sockets installed.
State-funded education sites
GOV.UK has separate guidance for state-funded education institutions. If you are a school, college or eligible education provider, check that specific route before applying through the standard workplace process.
FAQs
Can the grant cover employee home chargers?
In some circumstances employers can use the workplace route for employee home chargepoints for company vehicles. Check the current GOV.UK evidence requirements before applying.
Can I install first and apply later?
No. The scheme is voucher-led. Apply and receive the voucher before completing the installation.
Does the 40 socket cap apply per site?
GOV.UK says up to 40 sockets across all sites per applicant, not 40 per site.
Plan your workplace chargers
Check the grant position, socket count and installer route before committing to the installation.
Start with the checker