EV home charger grant: €300
SEAI gives up to €300 towards a charge point for an electric car at home. The charger must be fitted by a Safe Electric registered electrical contractor.
Checked October 2026. Source: SEAI EV home charger grant.
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What it is
The EV home charger grant is a fixed amount from SEAI towards buying and installing a home charge point.
Unlike the home energy grants, the installer doesn't need to be SEAI registered. They must be a Safe Electric registered electrical contractor, because fitting a charger means a new circuit.
Who qualifies
- You have off-street parking where the charger can go
- The charger is fitted by a Safe Electric registered contractor
- You meet SEAI's current conditions for the grant (check SEAI's page before you book)
How much you can get
| EV home charger grant | Up to €300 |
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- Check SEAI's page for what the installer's invoice must show.
Official maximums from SEAI EV home charger grant, checked October 2026. What you get depends on your home and the work.
How to apply
- Read SEAI's current terms. Check you qualify before you book.
- Apply to SEAI. SEAI grants generally need an offer in place before work starts.
- Book a Safe Electric registered contractor. Get a quote for the charger and the new circuit.
- Get the charger fitted. The contractor certifies the electrical work.
- Claim the grant. Send SEAI the documents it asks for.
Do you need approval before work starts?
Check SEAI's page before you book. SEAI grants generally need an offer in place before the work starts.
What your contractor must provide
- Proof the contractor is Safe Electric registered
- An invoice for the charger and installation
- The electrical completion certificate for the new circuit
Are you a trade? See the full grant invoice checklist.
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Questions about the SEAI EV home charger grant
How much is the EV charger grant?
Up to €300 from SEAI.
Does my installer need to be SEAI registered?
No. For the EV charger grant they must be a Safe Electric registered electrical contractor.
Official sources
Checked October 2026. Amounts and rules can change, so check the official source before you apply.
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