Claim up to $100,000 per EV charging port.
The Section 30C tax credit covers up to 30% of your EV charger installation costs. Check your eligibility, calculate your credit, and get a pre-filled IRS Form 8911 — free.
Credit Overview
What is the Section 30C tax credit?
IRC Section 30C provides a federal tax credit for alternative fuel vehicle refueling property, including EV charging stations installed in eligible census tracts.
Commercial
30% rate requires prevailing wage & apprenticeship compliance
Residential
Must be in an eligible census tract
Stacking allowed
30C stacks with state/local incentives (BAAQMD Charge!, CALeVIP, utility rebates) and MACRS depreciation. Reduce depreciable basis by credit amount. Disclose other grants when computing cost basis.
Eligibility
Am I eligible for the 30C credit?
Your installation site must be in an eligible census tract — either low-income or non-urban — as defined by the IRS.
Requirements
- Property is in an eligible census tract (low-income or non-urban)
- Qualifying alternative fuel vehicle refueling property (EV chargers, etc.)
- Placed in service by June 30, 2026
- Property placed in service after June 30, 2026
Check your address
Enter your installation address and we will check the census tract against the IRS eligible tract list. Results are instant and free.
Check EligibilityUses the U.S. Census Geocoder and IRS eligible tract data. Not tax advice — consult a qualified tax professional.
Key numbers
What you need to know about the Section 30C credit before the deadline.
How to Claim
Four steps to your tax credit
From site verification to filing. Our tool pre-fills Form 8911 so you can focus on installation, not paperwork.
Verify Location Eligibility
Use the DOE/IRS mapping tool or our eligibility checker to confirm your installation address is in a qualifying census tract (low-income or non-urban).
Install & Place in Service
Install qualifying EVSE and ensure it is operational by June 30, 2026. "Placed in service" means ready and available for its intended use.
Gather Documentation
Collect equipment invoices, installation labor costs, permits, inspection sign-offs, and (for 30% rate) prevailing wage compliance records.
File Form 8911
File IRS Form 8911 with your federal tax return for the tax year the property was placed in service. Unused credit may be carried forward.
Get your pre-filled Form 8911
Enter your project details and download a pre-filled IRS Form 8911 and Schedule A. Free — just provide your email so we can send you deadline reminders.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about the Section 30C credit, eligibility, and Form 8911.