Opportunity to support businesses in building charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
The Transport Connectivity Program 2021-2027, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund, offers a unique opportunity for business to get involved in the construction of charging infrastructure and participate in the construction of a greener and more sustainable transport system in the country. The procedure "Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles on roads" (BG16FFPR001-3.003), part of the Transport Connectivity Programme, offers funding for the construction of charging stations for cars and trucks along the main and long-distance road Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). The support aims to both reduce harmful emissions and facilitate the transition to alternative fuels in transport. The total funding budget amounts to BGN 10 million, with the maximum subsidy per project reaching BGN 500,000.
Who can apply?
They can apply according to the procedure micro, small and medium enterprises, as well as their associations.
Why apply?
- Financial support: Businesses can receive up to BGN 500,000 in grants, with micro- and small enterprises benefiting from up to 65% coverage of eligible costs, and medium-sized enterprises - up to 55%.
- Contribution to sustainable development: Investing in charging infrastructure is a step towards cleaner air and reducing carbon emissions.
- Development of new markets: With the growing popularity of electric vehicles, the demand for charging stations will continue to grow.
- Improving the company's image: Investments in green technologies are a sign of social responsibility and can attract new customers.
Territorial scope
Charging stations should be located along the core and wide-area TEN-T network in regions other than the South West, namely North West, North Central, North East, South East and South Central. The charging stations must be at a distance of no more than 3 kilometers from the outlet of the network.
Eligible activities
- Construction of publicly accessible charging centers for light-duty electric vehicles along the main Trans-European road network with an output power of at least 600 kW and including at least two charging points with an individual power of at least 150 kW;
- Construction of publicly accessible charging centers for light-duty electric vehicles along the extensive Trans-European road network with an output power of at least 300 kW and including at least one charging point with an individual power of at least 150 kW;
- Construction of publicly accessible charging centers for heavy-duty electric vehicles along the main road Trans-European transport network, providing an output power of at least 2,800kW and including at least two charging points with an individual output power of at least 350 kW;
- Construction of publicly accessible charging centers for heavy-duty electric vehicles along the extensive road Trans-European transport network providing an output power of at least 1,400 kW and including at least one charging point with an individual output power of at least 350 kW;
- Carrying out construction and assembly works;
- Activities related to the procurement of all necessary permits for the implementation of the project;
- Delivery and installation of DMA for on-site production of electricity from renewable sources;
- Delivery and installation of the storage units.
How to apply?
Submission of project proposals is done entirely online through The information system for management and monitoring of EU funds (ISUN) until 06.08.2025 through the "E-application" module.
Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports initiatives aimed at the sustainable development and modernization of Bulgarian business and encourages companies to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the procedure by actively participating in the construction of a greener and modern transport system in the country by building charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
More information and application instructions can be found at page of ISUN.
