Charging Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles (Second Call)

For micro, small, medium-sized and large enterprises (incl. consortia) | Budget – EUR 10,012,303.45 (up to EUR 256,000 per project) | Deadline – 16 July 2026

Under the “Transport Connectivity” Programme, non-repayable financial support is provided for the construction of publicly accessible, reliable and user-friendly charging infrastructure for electric vehicles along the main corridors of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T).

Who can apply

Eligible applicants are:

• micro, small, medium-sized and large enterprises;

• commercial companies and cooperatives under Bulgarian law or equivalent legal entities from Member States of the European Economic Area;

• partnerships between such enterprises.

Applicant requirements:

• to be registered before 31 December 2022;

• to have carried out business activity over the last 3 years (submitted statistical reports with revenues and expenses above BGN 500);

• to have sufficient financial capacity to implement the project (own funds, loans, or a combination).

What is financed

Projects are implemented in the following regions:North-West, North Central, North-East, South-East and South Central Bulgaria.

Funding is provided for the construction of high-power public charging stations for:

Light-duty electric vehicles:

• along the core TEN-T network – at least 600 kW total capacity and at least 2 charging points of 150 kW each;

• along the comprehensive TEN-T network – at least 300 kW total capacity and at least 1 charging point of 150 kW.

Heavy-duty electric vehicles:

• along the core TEN-T network – at least 2,800 kW total capacity and at least 2 charging points of 350 kW each;

• along the comprehensive TEN-T network – at least 1,400 kW total capacity and at least 1 charging point of 350 kW.

Important: Only high-power charging stations above 22 kW are eligible.

Eligible activities and costs include:

• construction and installation works (cables, substations, transformers, access roads, площадки);

• supply and installation of charging equipment;

• connection to the electricity distribution grid;

• installation of photovoltaic systems and battery storage for on-site generation and storage of electricity;

• obtaining all required permits.

Funding

• Total budget: EUR 10,012,303.45

• Maximum grant per project: EUR 256,000

Aid intensity:

• micro and small enterprises: 50% + 15% bonus

• medium-sized enterprises: 40% + 15% bonus

• large enterprises: 20% + 15% bonus

The 15% bonus applies to projects implemented in less developed regions.

Restrictions

The supported infrastructure may not be sold, leased or transferred for a period of 5 years after the final payment. After this period, its operation may be assigned to third parties only in accordance with public procurement legislation.

Time limits

• Application deadline: 16 July 2026

• Project implementation period: up to 30 months, but no later than 31 December 2029.

How to apply

Project proposals are submitted electronically through the ISUN 2020 system.

Explanation of terms

TEN-T (Trans-European Transport Network) – A network of major roads, railways, ports and logistics corridors connecting EU Member States.

kW (kilowatt) – Unit of power. The higher the charging power, the faster the vehicle is charged.

Fixed tangible assets (DFA) – Equipment and facilities with long-term use such as charging stations, transformers, photovoltaic panels, batteries, etc.

Construction and installation works (CIW) – All construction and technical installation activities: excavation, cabling, paving, foundations, electrical installations.

RES (Renewable Energy Sources) – Energy from the sun, wind and other natural, non-depleting sources.