Lithuania launches €6 million scheme to expand EV charging network

The Government of Lithuania has launched a new €6 million funding scheme to accelerate the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Part of the national Recovery and Resilience Plan, New Generation Lithuania, the initiative aims to install 500 new public charging points across 18 municipalities with existing sustainable urban mobility plans.

Private operators of public charging networks are eligible to apply. Support levels vary by company size and location: SMEs can receive up to 40% of eligible costs, while large firms may receive 25% to 35%. Applications are open until 27 February 2026, or until the funds are exhausted.

The scheme covers Lithuania’s main cities - Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai and Panevėžys - as well as regional towns including Alytus, Marijampolė, Mažeikiai, Utena, Jonava, Kėdainiai, Telšiai, Visaginas, Tauragė, Druskininkai, Palanga, Birštonas and Neringa.

Funding is reimbursed only after installation and activation, with no upfront payments. Each project can receive up to €2 million, with costs limited to predefined categories and unit prices set by the Ministry. For example, a standard charger (up to 22 kW) is priced at €1,558.07, while a high-speed charger (149 kW+) with two or more connectors is capped at €68,485.43, excluding VAT.

Charging stations must be located within three kilometres of major roads, public transport hubs, airports, ports or service areas. Equipment must remain in good condition for at least five years and may not be sold or relocated without approval.

Transport Minister Eugenijus Sabutis encouraged businesses to take advantage of the scheme while funding lasts. Additional support is also available for municipalities that have yet to adopt formal mobility plans.

As of now, Lithuania has over 2,800 public chargers and more than 34,000 EVs. The government aims to increase this to at least 6,000 public charging stations by 2030.

Author: Claus Köllinger

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