Unlock up to £14,000 for EV charging at your workplace — Act now.
If you're thinking about workplace EV charging, here's the good news: the UK Government is currently footing up to £14,000 of the bill in grant funding - real money, not some vague “green incentive.”
Whether you’re running a fast-growing startup or managing FTSE 100 business, this is your moment. The Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) is live.
It’s generous. And it won’t last forever.
So: why wait?
What is the Workplace Charging Scheme?
Straight from the source:
The WCS offers funding support for installing up to 40 EV chargepoint sockets across your sites.
It covers:
75% of the total cost, including VAT
Up to £350 per socket
Open to businesses, charities, public sector orgs
That’s a solid incentive to get your infrastructure in place before EV demand makes it non-negotiable.
And here's the kicker: the scheme is only confirmed until 31 March 2026. After that? Who knows.
EVs are coming. And they’ll want to charge at work.
By 2027, over 1 in 5 cars on UK roads will be electric. That means some of your team, clients, or customers will need a plug when they visit or clock in.
It’s not a matter of if you’ll need EV chargers - it’s when.
So why not install them now, while the government’s still picking up some of the tab?
How the scheme works (in plain English)
Apply online for a voucher
Hand it to an OZEV-approved installer (Gov-approved to make sure they know what they are doing)
They install your chargers, knock the voucher amount off your invoice
They claim the grant, and everyone’s happy
Simple. But don’t drag your feet - the voucher’s only valid for 180 days.
Read this before you start applying
Installing a charger isn’t just about bolting a box to a wall. It’s a service - used by real people with different needs.
So before you fill in a single form, ask:
Who’s using the chargers?
Just employees, or visitors too?
When can they charge?
Only during working hours? Overnight?
Are you charging them to charge?
If so, how much?
Company cars?
Will they get free juice? Will they need a fuel card?
Open to the public?
Can anyone plug in? What’s the fee?
These questions touch every part of your business: Facilities, HR, Security, Fleet, Finance. Better to get them in a room now than deal with chaos later.
Getting the right advice
Here’s what we recommend:
Find an OZEV-approved installer (must be approved to access the grant)
Talk to EV charging specialists - like Voqa - we’ll help you plan what works best for your setup
Don’t guess - know what you’re buying and why
Once you’re confident about your requirements, get a quote direct. Just make sure it fits your business - not someone else’s.What you’ll need to apply
Before jumping online, gather the following:
Business info:
Registered name, address, company/charity number
Contact info:
Your name, title, email, phone number
Site & parking details:
Address(es) where chargers will be installed
Number of dedicated EV bays
Proof of ownership or landlord permission
Number of sockets:
How many chargepoints you're applying for (up to 40)
Optional:
VAT/tax info
Not always required, but good to have on hand
Once submitted, you’ll get a voucher code. It’s valid for 180 days. That’s your countdown clock.
What to do now
✅ Check your eligibility
✅ Work out who needs access to chargers - and how
✅ Get an approved installer on board: Only OZEV-approved installers can carry out the works under the scheme
✅ Prepare your documents: Ensuring you have your business registration number, property permissions and details about your pr oposed charge points will help you breeze through the online form
✅ Apply online via the Government portal
✅ Voucher validity: The voucher you receive is valid for a specific number of days (usually 180). Make sure the installation is done within that timeframe
You’re now one step away from unlocking up to £14,000 for a long-term investment your business will definitely need.
Last thing...
This scheme ends in March 2026. There’s no guarantee it’ll return. And frankly, given the pace of EV adoption, the government may never need to offer it again.
So: act now. Or pay full price later.
Want help navigating it all?
Voqa’s here for a no-nonsense, zero-obligation chat.
Get in touch. No pressure. Just clarity.
