🇪🇺 EV Incentives & Grants in Europe
Complete guide to electric vehicle incentives across European countries. From purchase grants to tax exemptions and company car benefits.
EU-Wide 2035 ICE Ban Approaching
The EU has confirmed a ban on new petrol and diesel car sales from 2035. Many countries are increasing EV incentives to accelerate the transition.
Types of EV Incentives in Europe
Purchase Grants
Direct rebates or bonuses reducing the purchase price. Often requires MSRP caps and may include scrappage bonuses.
Tax Benefits
Exemptions from registration tax, road tax, VAT reductions, or favorable depreciation for businesses.
Company Car Benefits
Reduced benefit-in-kind (BIK) taxation makes EVs attractive for company fleets and salary sacrifice schemes.
Country-by-Country Incentives
Austria
E-Mobility Bonus of €5,000 for private buyers (€2,000 federal + €3,000 from importers). Company cars exempt from NoVA and benefit-in-kind taxation.
Official Program WebsiteBelgium
Flanders offers €4,000 zero-emission premium. Brussels and Wallonia have registration tax benefits. Company EVs 100% tax deductible, reducing to 95% in 2027.
Official Program WebsiteBulgaria
National scheme offers up to BGN 12,700 (~€6,500) for new BEVs with scrappage. EVs exempt from environmental taxes and some municipal fees.
Croatia
Environmental Protection Fund offers substantial grants. Amount depends on vehicle type and applicant category.
Cyprus
One of the highest grants in Europe. €20,000 for BEVs (scrapping old car), €12,000 without scrappage. Zero registration and road tax.
Czech Republic
No direct consumer rebate but EVs exempt from road tax. Business grants available through EU recovery funds.
Denmark
Direct subsidies ended. EVs still benefit from reduced registration tax compared to ICE vehicles. Registration tax phase-in continues through 2030.
Estonia
KredEx program offers up to €5,000 for new BEVs. No vehicle registration tax in Estonia. Additional support for charging infrastructure.
Finland
€2,000 purchase subsidy for BEVs under €50,000. Lowest car tax bracket. Company car benefit calculated at 170€/month (reduced rate).
France
Bonus écologique up to €4,000 (income-based, up to €7,000 for low-income). Prime à la conversion adds €1,500-€5,000 with scrappage. MSRP cap €47,000.
Official Program WebsiteGermany
Umweltbonus ended December 2023. EVs still benefit from 10-year motor vehicle tax exemption and very favorable 0.25% company car taxation (vs 1% for ICE).
Official Program WebsiteGreece
€8,000 subsidy for private BEVs (€6,000 base + €2,000 scrappage). Up to €17,500 for taxi EVs. Zero registration and road tax.
Hungary
Green License Plate program exempts EVs from registration tax, parking fees, and company car tax. Limited direct purchase subsidies.
Iceland
Direct subsidies ended. EVs benefit from reduced VAT and exemption from excise duties. Very high EV adoption rate (over 50% of new sales).
Ireland
SEAI grant up to €3,500 for new BEVs. VRT relief up to €5,000. Company cars: first €35,000 exempt from benefit-in-kind.
Official Program WebsiteItaly
Ecobonus up to €5,000 with scrappage (€3,000 without). Income cap €30,000 for max incentive. 5-year road tax exemption, then 75% reduction.
Official Program WebsiteLatvia
ALTUM program provides up to €4,500 for new BEVs. Reduced vehicle registration and operation taxes for zero-emission vehicles.
Liechtenstein
CHF 3,000 subsidy for new BEVs. EVs exempt from motor vehicle tax. Benefits similar to Swiss programs in some areas.
Lithuania
APVA program offers up to €5,000 for new BEVs (€2,000 for used). No vehicle registration tax. Free parking in some municipalities.
Luxembourg
Clever Fueren program offers €8,000 for BEVs. No vehicle registration tax for zero-emission vehicles.
Official Program WebsiteMalta
Generous grants up to €12,000 for new BEVs with scrappage (€11,000 without). EVs exempt from registration tax and annual circulation tax.
Netherlands
SEPP subsidy €2,950 for new BEVs under €45,000. EVs exempt from purchase tax (BPM), reduced road tax (MRB). Company cars: 16% bijtelling vs 22% for ICE.
Official Program WebsiteNorway
VAT exemption ended January 2023 for cars over 500,000 NOK. Still no purchase tax, reduced toll and ferry fees, free municipal parking in some areas.
Poland
My Electrician (Mój Elektryk) program offers up to PLN 27,000 for individuals, PLN 70,000 for businesses. MSRP cap PLN 225,000.
Official Program WebsitePortugal
€4,000 incentive for individuals (limited fund). EVs exempt from vehicle tax (ISV) and circulation tax. Company EVs: 10% autonomous taxation vs 35% for diesel.
Romania
Rabla Plus program offers up to €10,000 for new BEVs. No pollution tax. Program has limited annual funding.
Slovakia
EVs exempt from road tax. Limited direct purchase subsidies available through occasional programs.
Slovenia
Eco Fund subsidies up to €6,500 for new BEVs, €4,500 for PHEVs. EVs exempt from motor vehicle tax.
Official Program WebsiteSpain
MOVES III plan offers €4,500-€7,000 (with scrappage). DGT environmental label provides access to low-emission zones. Zero registration tax.
Official Program WebsiteSweden
Klimatbonus (Bonus-Malus) ended November 2024. EVs still benefit from lowest vehicle tax bracket and reduced company car benefit value.
Switzerland
No federal incentives. Some cantons offer reduced road tax or purchase subsidies. Check local canton for specific programs.
Quick Reference: Top Purchase Grants
| Country | Purchase Grant | Tax Benefit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Up to PLN 27,000 (~€6,200) | Excise duty exempt | Active |
| 🇨🇾 Cyprus | Up to €20,000 | 0% registration tax | Active |
| 🇲🇹 Malta | Up to €12,000 | Registration tax exempt | Active |
| 🇷🇴 Romania | Up to €10,000 | No pollution tax | Active |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | Up to €9,300 | Reduced special tax | Active |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | Up to €8,000 | Registration tax exempt | Active |
| 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | €8,000 | No registration tax | Active |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | Up to €7,000 | Registration tax exempt | Active |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | Up to €6,500 | No environmental tax | Active |
| 🇸🇮 Slovenia | Up to €6,500 | Motor vehicle tax exempt | Active |
Common EV Benefits Across Europe
🅿️ Free or Reduced Parking
Many cities offer free or discounted parking for EVs, especially in urban centers. Look for designated EV parking spots.
🛣️ Low-Emission Zone Access
EVs have unrestricted access to low-emission zones (LEZ) in cities like Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Berlin.
⚡ Charging Infrastructure
Many countries offer additional grants for home charger installation, ranging from €300 to €1,000.
🚢 Ferry & Toll Discounts
Countries like Norway offer reduced tolls and ferry fees for EVs. Some motorways offer EV discounts.
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Try the CalculatorInformation current as of February 2026. Incentive programs change frequently. Always verify with official government websites before making purchasing decisions.