France

Ecological Bonus

The Ecological Bonus is a national subsidy for the purchase or rental of vehicles. It applies to electric cars, hydrogen-powered vehicles, or a combination of both as dedicated energy sources. The bonus is available for both new and used vehicles. Its amount is determined based on the degree of motorization and the purchase price of the vehicle. Natural persons can benefit from this subsidy once every three years. As of January this year, the maximum subsidy has been reduced from 6,000 euros last year to 5,000 euros.

For more details about the Ecological Bonus, please click here.

(https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/actualites/A14391?lang=en)

For additional information on eligibility and application, please click here.

(https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F36844?lang=en)

Conversion premium

This premium is granted when purchasing or renting low-emission vehicles in exchange for scrapping old diesel or gasoline cars. Eligibility for the conversion premium is based on income conditions. This premium can be added to the Ecological Bonus within a set vehicle cost limit. It can only be claimed once. For more details, click here

(https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/actualites/A14391?lang=en).

Retrofit bonus

A subsidy policy is implemented for vehicles converted from internal combustion engines to battery or fuel cell electric motors. The maximum subsidy for each car's conversion is set at 6,000 euros. It applies to individuals whose unit reference tax income is less than or equal to 14,089 euros and who either travel more than 30 kilometers from home to work or drive more than 12,000 kilometers per year in their personal vehicle for professional activities.

For more details, click here.

(https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/actualites/A14391?lang=en)

For additional information on eligibility and application, please click here.

(https://www.avere-france.org/bonus-ecologique-et-prime-a-la-conversion-les-changements-pour-2023/)

ZFE surcharge

An additional subsidy of 1,000 euros is available for those living or working in Low Emission Zones (EPZ). This subsidy can be granted without the need for community assistance, and an additional 1,000 euros can be provided by the state. Residing or working in any of these zones qualifies for the subsidy. Therefore, if combined with local authority assistance, the additional surcharge in EPZs can reach up to 3,000 euros.

For more details, click here.

(https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/actualites/A14391?lang=en)

Advenir

This is a program launched by the French government to support the installation of electric vehicle charging facilities. Managed by Avere-France, it was initiated in 2016 with the aim of funding the construction of electric vehicle charging stations. The program is applicable to individuals, businesses, public institutions, and automotive professionals.

For more details, click here.(https://advenir.mobi/beneficier-dadvenir/)