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UK government workplace voucher for EV home charger installation.

  • August 4, 2025
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Hi I have a UK government workplace voucher. Does ovo accept this as part payment for installation of home ev charger?

Best answer by Blastoise186

Updated on 15/08/25 by Ben_OVO

Government Electric Chargepoint Grant vouchers are not accepted as OVO EV charger installation payment.

Every cloud has a silver lining!

My contact at Hypervolt thinks they can help. If you call them on 0333 090 3093 they can process that voucher and get an order placed for one of their chargers if you’re up for it.

Hypervolt is fully supported by OVO Charge Anytime and is arguably the most reliable integration of the entire stack. You don’t need to purchase the Charger via OVO to qualify so you should be good if that was your plan.

Hope that helps!

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BobTom
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  • August 4, 2025

It’s a workplace voucher isn’t it ? I would imagine that the conditions attached to it preclude home installations.

if I’m wrong, I’d like to know.


Ben_OVO
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  • August 5, 2025

Morning ​@Doc5555 and a warm welcome to the OVO Forum! I’ve awarded your EV Forum badge 😁.

 

Thanks for your help with this one ​@BobTom. I haven’t seen these vouchers personally, but I’ve found this page on the gov.uk website:

 

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grants#:~:text=Workplace%20Charging%20Scheme,public%20sector%20organisations

 

It appears that these are only for use in the workplace - would your OVO supplied home count as your workplace ​@Doc5555?


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  • August 5, 2025

Hi. it includes home office when you're working from home. I am eligible and have already received the voucher.


Nukecad
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  • August 6, 2025

@Doc5555 

Does it not tell you on the voucher how it should be redeemed?

 

EDIT: I’ve found the process; this information may be useful for others too.

You have to find an OZEV-authorised installer and have them claim the grant on your behalf.

If working from home then the chargepoint that you choose MUST be 

  •      a chargepoint that is eligible for both residential and commercial use

    If you choose a residential only chargepoint from the list your claim will be declined.


See:

https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/workplace-charging-scheme-2#eligibility

 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/workplace-charging-scheme-guidance-for-installers#overview-of-the-grant-process

To find an OZEV installer see:

https://www.gov.uk/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-installers


Ben_OVO
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  • August 6, 2025

@Nukecad thanks so much for this - very helpful indeed!


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  • August 6, 2025

@Nukecad The voucher is sent via email and is a code valid for 180days. My question is if Ovo accepts the voucher. I have had my survey and quote from Ovo. I have contacted customer service but no response yet.


Ben_OVO
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  • August 7, 2025

@Doc5555 I’ve asked around internally, will let you know as soon as I hear something.


Ben_OVO
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  • August 7, 2025

@Doc5555 hi again,

 

I’ve heard back internally and I’m sorry to say that OVO don’t accept those vouchers for charger installations - apologies.


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  • August 7, 2025

Thanks Ben. That's really helpful although not good news as every little helps in these tough times.


Blastoise186
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  • August 7, 2025

Updated on 15/08/25 by Ben_OVO

Government Electric Chargepoint Grant vouchers are not accepted as OVO EV charger installation payment.

Every cloud has a silver lining!

My contact at Hypervolt thinks they can help. If you call them on 0333 090 3093 they can process that voucher and get an order placed for one of their chargers if you’re up for it.

Hypervolt is fully supported by OVO Charge Anytime and is arguably the most reliable integration of the entire stack. You don’t need to purchase the Charger via OVO to qualify so you should be good if that was your plan.

Hope that helps!


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  • August 7, 2025

@Blastoise186 . I have contacted Hypervolt and will do a survey today. The discount will be applied by their approved installer. Will give updates on the outcome. Thanks...


Ben_OVO
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  • August 8, 2025

Thanks ​@Blastoise186 that’s a great help 😁


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  • August 10, 2025

I have received quote for a non standard installation with the discount OZEV voucher worth £350 applied. Now waiting for the installation date.


Ben_OVO
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  • August 11, 2025

Morning ​@Doc5555 that’s great news!

 

Is it for a Hypervolt? Keep us updated as to how you get on - hopefully the installation goes through smoothly. If you’re thinking of signing up to Charge Anytime you can find out more about on our website here, and in this Forum topic: