EKII covers part of the cost of an eligible vehicle for permanent residents of Latvia. Support is not restricted to a particular car brand.
The programme runs until 31 December 2029 or until funding is exhausted. Both the vehicle and the seller must appear on the published EKII list.
Which vehicles are eligible?
- New electric and hydrogen vehicles.Zero CO₂ emissions; electric vehicles must offer at least 150 km of urban-cycle range.
- Used electric and hydrogen vehicles.Up to 7 years since first registration, up to 150,000 km and registered in Latvia for no longer than 12 months.
- New plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).At least 50 km of electric urban-cycle range and CO₂ emissions up to 50 g/km. Used PHEVs and conventional hybrids are not eligible.
Category M1/N1; top speed of at least 90 km/h. A new vehicle must have been used for less than 6 months or driven less than 6,000 km. The base-specification price excluding VAT must not exceed €45,000, or €60,000 for vehicles with at least 6 seats.
How much support can you receive?
| Buyer | New vehicle¹ | Used vehicle² |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent resident of Latvia | 4 000 € | 3 000 € |
| Goda ģimene · at least 5 seats | 6 750 € | 5 000 € |
| Goda ģimene · at least 7 seats | 9 000 € | 6 750 € |
¹ EV, hydrogen vehicle or PHEV. ² EV or hydrogen vehicle.
+ €2,000 for scrapping an eligible old combustion-engine vehicle or donating it free of charge to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
+ €1,000 for each child from the fourth onwards for Goda ģimene cardholders purchasing a vehicle with at least 5 seats.
How do you obtain the grant?
Find a vehicle on the EKII list
Choose a participating seller and an eligible vehicle.
Apply before purchasing
Prepare the application and supporting documents with the seller, including proof of Goda ģimene status or disposal of the old vehicle, where applicable.
Wait for approval and sign the agreement
After a positive decision from the Environmental Investment Fund, complete the grant agreement and purchase. The grant is applied towards the vehicle purchase cost.
Register the vehicle and meet your obligations
Register the vehicle in Latvia and use it in accordance with the grant agreement.
Frequently asked questions
Who can receive support?
Permanent residents of Latvia who are private individuals. Applicants must meet the programme requirements; tax arrears above €150, insolvency, Maintenance Guarantee Fund debt, sanctions or convictions specified in the rules may prevent eligibility.
What obligations apply after purchase?
The monitoring period is 5 years or until 52,000 km is reached, whichever comes first. During this period, the vehicle must remain registered in Latvia, have comprehensive insurance covering total-loss risks and have its mileage recorded. It must not be sold, rented out, otherwise transferred or used for business activities. Average annual mileage must be at least 10,400 km, with data submitted to the monitoring system. Breaches may result in repayment of the grant.
What are the conditions for scrapping an old vehicle?
The M1/N1 vehicle must have been registered and used in Latvia for at least a year and owned by the applicant for at least 3 months. It needs valid permission to use public roads and annual mileage of at least 5,000 km between the last two main roadworthiness inspections. It must be handed over to an authorised treatment facility. Donations to Ukraine require separate CSDD, transit and customs documents. Confirm the requirements and deadlines with the programme representative before handing over the vehicle.
Is support available for any car brand?
Yes. Brand is not a restriction. What matters is that the specific vehicle and seller are on the EKII list, the technical and price criteria are met, and the buyer is eligible.
Where can I check the full rules and available vehicles?
The EKII website publishes eligible vehicles, sellers, guidance and current information. This page is a brief overview; check the full conditions and funding availability before the transaction.
Would you like to know more?
Contact EXauto about purchasing a vehicle or read the official EKII conditions.
Contact EXauto EKII programme ↗Official information:Environmental Investment Fund·EKII vehicle purchase guidelines.