EV Subsidies and Grants in Spain — 2026 Guide
Up to €7,000 in direct subsidies for buying a new electric car. Here's what you can claim, how, and what dealers won't tell you.
MOVES III, Plan PERTE, regional incentives and the application process — explained plainly.
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Why Spain's EV subsidies are worth understanding
Spain's MOVES III programme is among the most generous EV subsidy schemes in Europe — up to €7,000 for a BEV under the Plan Auto+ 2026 extension, plus regional top-ups in Catalonia (€2,000), Madrid (€1,500) and Valencia (€1,000). For an average family EV priced at €35,000, that's up to €10,500 in combined subsidies — a significant portion of the purchase price.
MOVES III — National Programme
The headline national EV subsidy
Up to €7,000
BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
Up to €5,000
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid)
Amounts are income-tested. Lower-income households receive higher subsidies. The subsidy is applied as a discount at the point of sale by the dealer — you should not pay the full price and wait for a reimbursement.
Plan PERTE for EVs
Plan PERTE (Proyecto Estratégico para la Recuperación y Transformación Económica) is Spain's €4.3bn strategic plan for the EV ecosystem, covering battery gigafactories, charging infrastructure and consumer incentives. The consumer-facing component includes MOVES III funding and has channelled over €1bn to EV adoption since 2021.
Regional Incentives
Top-ups on top of MOVES III
Catalonia
Additional €2,000 for BEVs under Plan ICO-MOVES. Extra subsidies for taxis and ride-hailing vehicles. Barcelona offers free municipal parking for BEVs.
Madrid
Additional €1,500 for BEV purchase. Free ORA parking for electric vehicles in central zones. Reduced ITV inspection frequency for BEVs.
Valencia
Additional €1,000 top-up for BEVs. Subsidies for EV taxis and commercial vehicles. Extra support for solar+storage+EV bundles.
Andalucía
Regional MOVES III top-ups of up to €1,000 for BEVs. Subsidies for agricultural and rural EV use. Some municipalities offer free road tax for BEVs for 5 years.
Dealer Tricks to Avoid
What some dealers do to reduce your benefit
1. Inflating the vehicle price to absorb the subsidy — charging you €38,000 for a c
ar that costs €32,000 and telling you the subsidy is 'included'. Always check the RRP before any subsidy discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1Can expats and non-Spanish residents claim MOVES III?
Yes — as long as you have a NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) and are a Spanish tax resident (meaning you file taxes in Spain), you can apply. The subsidy is for the person, not the nationality.
Q2Do used EVs qualify for MOVES III?
MOVES III covers new vehicles only. However, the Plan PERTE includes a used EV subsidy scheme (MOVES for used vehicles) with grants of up to €2,000 for BEVs that are less than 3 years old and transferred to a new owner.
Q3What income documentation is required for MOVES III?
For Plan Auto+ 2026, you need to provide proof of income via a copia fedataria of your última declaración de la renta (tax return). The income thresholds for maximum subsidies are approximately €28,000/year for individuals. Higher incomes receive lower subsidies.
Q4Can I combine MOVES III with my company's fleet discount?
Generally yes — MOVES III is a consumer subsidy and can be combined with dealer fleet/commercial discounts. However, the total discount cannot exceed the vehicle's recommended retail price (RRP). If the RRP is €35,000, you cannot get €40,000 in total discounts.
Q5What if the subsidy funds run out?
MOVES III has been extended multiple times as funds were exhausted. If the current tranche is depleted, new applications go onto a waiting list for the next tranche. The government's Plan Auto+ has allocated €1.2bn for 2026 EV subsidies — sufficient for approximately 170,000 vehicle subsidies.
Q6Do taxis and ride-hailing drivers get extra subsidies?
Yes — in several regions, taxi and VTC (ride-hailing) drivers qualify for enhanced MOVES III subsidies. Catalonia and Madrid offer additional top-ups for commercial EV use.