How to Become an OZEV Authorised Installer

If you’re an electrician or business owner looking to install electric vehicle (EV) charging points, becoming OZEV authorised can open up new opportunities. The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) oversees the UK’s EV charge point grant schemes — helping homeowners, landlords, and businesses save money on installations while supporting the move to net zero.

Who Are OLEV and OZEV?

Originally known as OLEV (Office for Low Emission Vehicles), this government department was restructured in 2020 and renamed OZEV — the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles.
It’s jointly managed by the Department for Transport (DfT) and the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS), and it exists to accelerate the UK’s shift towards low-carbon and zero-emission transport.

What Is the EV Charge Point Grant?

The Electric Vehicle Charge Point Grant Scheme (previously the EVHS or Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme) provides funding to reduce the cost of d omestic EV charger installations. Under the current rules, customers can claim 75% of the installation cost, up to £350 per charging point.

To qualify, both the customer and the installer must meet specific eligibility criteria.

Installer Requirements

To claim the grant on behalf of a customer, you must first register as an OZEV-approved installer.
You’ll need to provide the following evidence during the application process:

Proof of membership with a government-approved Competent Person Scheme (such as NICEIC, NAPIT, or ELECSA)

Proof of public liability insurance

Proof of formal EV charging point installation training (for example, the C&G 2921-31 qualification)

Proof that you’re authorised by at least one recognised charge-point manufacturer to install their products

Once your application and evidence have been verified, your business will appear on the OZEV list of approved installers, allowing you to apply for grants on behalf of eligible customers.

For full details, visit the UK Government’s official OZEV installer registration guidance page.

Customer Requirements

The EV charge point grant is available to a limited group of customers. To be eligible, they must:

Own or lease a qualifying electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle

Own and live in a flat, or rent any type of residential property

Have access to off-street parking where the charger will be installed

Be installing an OZEV-approved charge point model fitted by a registered installer

Landlords may also apply for a related EV Charge Point Grant for Landlords to install units across their properties. Full eligibility rules are available on the UK Government’s official website.

Why Become OZEV Authorised?

Gaining OZEV approval offers more than just compliance benefits. It allows you to:

Increase your credibility and trust with domestic and commercial clients

Offer customers access to official government-backed funding

Expand your services into the r apidly growing EV infrastructure market

Future-proof your business as EV adoption accelerates across the UK

With over one million plug-in vehicles now on UK roads, demand for qualified installers continues to rise — especially for those who combine technical skill with official accreditation.

Summary

Becoming an OZEV-authorised installer is one of the most effective ways to grow your electrical business in the green-energy sector. By meeting the government’s training and c ompliance standards, you can give customers access to EV charge point grants and position your company at the forefront of sustainable transport solutions.

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