Grants for purchasing an electric bicycle: individuals, professionals and businesses

Why are grants so important for our electric bikes?

The average price of an electric bicycle (VAE) is around €2,000, which is more than a net minimum wage. This means it's not affordable for everyone. Some high-end models, such as cargo bikes, can even exceed €10,000. So, naturally, when we hear about financial grants, we think it's an opportunity to seize. And you're right!

We live in a time when we seek to be more eco-responsible, to reduce our impact on the planet, to find alternatives to cars. This is where grants play a key role. They allow everyone to have access to an electric bike, whether you are an individual, a professional or a business.

But since February 15, 2025, things have changed. The famous bicycle bonus and conversion premium ended following decree n°2024-1084. But does that mean there are no more grants available to buy an electric bike? The answer is no. Some grants are disappearing, but others remain, especially at the local level or through employers.

The purpose of this page is to provide a clear and comprehensive overview to help you understand what remains available in 2025, whoever you are or whatever your current situation.

The end of national grants in 2025: the bicycle bonus and the conversion premium

If you are already familiar with this topic, feel free to skip directly to the next section (local grants), it will undoubtedly be more useful to you!

Until February 14, 2025, it was still possible to benefit from two very interesting grants:

• A bicycle bonus

For whom? Everyone who bought a new electric bike, a folding bike, a cargo bike, or even a bike adapted for people with disabilities.

How much? Up to €400 for classic electric assist bikes (EAB) and up to €2,000 for a cargo bike.

• The conversion premium

For whom? Low-income households who scrapped an old petrol vehicle and then switched to electric bikes.

How much? Up to €3,000.

But from February 15, 2025, these two national grants were unfortunately abolished... Why? There is no official statement yet on this matter, but some articles indicate that the government considered that electric bikes already benefited from strong local support and that the market no longer needed to depend on national subsidies as it was already well established in the country. Others indicate that the state was seeking to reduce public spending, and grants for gentle mobility were among the measures re-evaluated and "cut" in this context. The logic would now be to let local authorities decide, as they better understand the needs of their residents. This might give them more leeway.

In short, what should you remember? If you bought a bike before February 14, 2025, you could still apply for the grant (within 6 months). However, for any electric bike purchase after this date, the bonus and premium no longer exist.

So, no need to waste time searching on different websites: there is no longer a bicycle bonus, nor a conversion premium in 2025! But that doesn't mean all grants have disappeared, thankfully!

Local grants still available (and sometimes more generous)

As previously mentioned, the abolition of the national bonus does not mean that there is nothing left. Quite the contrary, some regions, departments, metropolitan areas and cities offer grants that are sometimes even more interesting and flexible than the former state scheme. Even if combining them could be particularly advantageous for everyone, some local authorities allow you to combine local grants and company subsidies.

Rather than simply giving you a list, here's what you need to know:

• Depending on your income, age, situation, place of residence, the type of bike chosen (cargo, folding,...), its price and condition (new or used), some cities or regions offer subsidies of up to €1500.

But as you probably suspect, the most important factor common to all cities and regions in France will obviously be the reference taxable income.

However, each community sets its own rules:

• Income ceiling for certain subsidies
• Mandatory domicile (household or business in the area)
• Type of bike (electric, cargo, folding, adult, child, etc.)

Amounts and criteria by municipality: check your eligibility!

To simplify your task and discover all the local grants available for your bike purchase, you can consult, according to your preferences:

• Mes aides France Travail: an official government platform that centralizes available grants based on your situation.
• Mesaidesvelos.fr: a website dedicated to grants for bike purchases, offering practical information and a simulator to estimate your entitlements.

A little tip: always check the deadline and the necessary documents for each grant. Some are only available until the end of the year, and forgetting them could mean missing out on significant savings. So, do not neglect this information and keep it in mind!

Grants for professionals and businesses

Professionals (artisans, self-employed, delivery drivers) and businesses can also benefit from very generous grants to reduce their costs or improve the company's carbon footprint.

Business grants: sustainable mobility plan

The sustainable mobility plan itself does not fund bikes, but it is an internal company strategy that can integrate schemes (such as the sustainable mobility package) which will significantly reduce the cost of purchasing or using an electric-assist bike.

Sustainable mobility package

If your company wants to encourage its employees to opt for environmentally friendly modes of transport (classic bike, electric-assist bike, shared mobility, etc.), the sustainable mobility package (FMD) can be an excellent solution, offering up to €900 in grants when combined with coverage for transport subscriptions, or up to €600 if used alone.

Concretely, this can cover maintenance, recharging, and part of the purchase cost of your bike. It's therefore a simple, flexible, and particularly appreciated incentive.

If you wish to know all the detailed conditions, consult the official FAQ of the Sustainable Mobility Package.

Tax incentives for businesses

If you are a business, be aware that providing fleets of electric bikes to your employees can be much cheaper than expected, thanks to two things:

• Corporate tax reduction: up to 25% of the purchase or rental price.
• Tax depreciation: the cost can therefore be spread over several years.

For example: if a company buys a fleet of 10 electric bikes at €4,000 each (a total of €40,000 including tax).

• With the tax reduction (25%): €40,000 x 25% = €10,000
• Net cost for the company: €40,000 - €10,000 = €30,000

This way, the company could acquire 10 electric bikes for a net cost of €30,000 instead of €40,000, a saving of €10,000 thanks to the tax reduction.

For more details on tax reduction for companies that provide bikes to their employees, visit the official public service page.

Grants for individuals

Grants for individuals primarily serve to democratize the use of electric bikes, taking into account the diverse profiles and specific needs of each person.

Families, students, people with disabilities

Typically, a mother of two children will not have the same needs as a student.

• For families

Some local authorities provide more support for the purchase of cargo bikes, which are the most suitable bikes for carrying groceries or children and getting around with ease. The purchase cost of this type of bike will be higher than for a classic electric bike.

• For students

Many university towns offer specific grants to students or those under 25 to encourage daily soft mobility, but this mainly concerns the rental of self-service electric assist bikes and their subscriptions.

• For people with reduced mobility (PRM)

Grants can be increased because, on average, PRM bikes cost more than classic electric bikes.

If you do not fall into these categories, you only benefit from the local grants mentioned above, but these can be combined. For example, some employees can benefit from the sustainable mobility package if they use their bike to go to work, even if this scheme remains primarily at the employer's initiative.

How to combine grants effectively?

Getting one grant is already very good. But being able to combine them is even better: it's worth looking into, even if you don't necessarily want to bother with administrative procedures (mainly via an online application).

To give you a concrete idea, here are some examples of profiles and bikes with details of the grants they can combine depending on their situation:

A small clarification: the examples given mainly concern low-income profiles because they are the ones who benefit from the highest grants. If you have higher incomes, the amounts will often be reduced, which is normal.

Are all your grants combinable? Check it!

Keep in mind that not all grants are necessarily always combinable. To find out, check:

• The conditions set by each local authority
• Any ceilings (often 50% of the price or a maximum amount)
• The nature of the grant

Based on the table, in Paris, in 2025, an employee with a disability can combine the city's grant, that of the Île-de-France region (up to 50% of the bike's price) and their employer's FMD, but never beyond the actual price paid.

And if you have any doubts, contact your region or town hall directly. They are best placed to confirm whether your combination is possible or not.

Alternatives to direct grants

Despite these grants, an electric bike may seem too expensive or the subsidies may appear insufficient depending on your situation. That's why we offer some interesting alternatives to these direct grants to try and reduce the cost of buying a bike in other ways.

Long-term rental (or bike leasing)

Rather than immediately buying an electric bike, you can try renting one for several months or years (often 6, 12, 24, or 36 months). This is a practical solution that can save you several hundred, or even thousands, of euros. Maintenance is usually included in the contract, which limits unforeseen expenses. It also allows you to test your bike before a potential purchase or to change it whenever you wish (within the contract limits) without having to invest a large sum all at once.

Promotions, trade-ins and clearance sales

Some manufacturers and stores also offer advantageous formulas. For example, trading in your old bike: it is appraised, then its value is deducted from the price of the new one. Simple and effective for reducing the bill immediately.

To this can be added seasonal promotions (back-to-school, holidays, etc.) or clearance sales when new models are released, and you can easily save a few hundred euros, without compromising on quality.

For example, let's say you want to buy a high-end electric bike for €5,000:

• Thanks to a clearance sale, the price can immediately drop by 20% (sometimes more), which means €1,000 in savings.
• Add to that the trade-in of your old bike (if you have one), estimated at €250.

Result: your bike will only cost you €3,750 instead of €5,000, which is €1,250 less than the initial price.

So there's no need to rush. Sometimes it's just a matter of waiting for the right moment.

Take advantage of these grants!

So, don't miss out on the available grants and take advantage of them before they expire! Discover our eligible bikes for grants!