In every state and territory you can plug a 10 A portable charger into an existing power point without an electrician. A new 15 A outlet or wall charger must be installed by a licensed electrician, who certifies the work under the local rules. Home charging costs roughly $4.80–$7.47 per 100 km at typical flat rates, and far less off-peak or on solar.
- Same everywhere: plug-in charging from an existing outlet needs no electrician.
- New outlet or wall charger: licensed electrician plus your state's compliance certificate.
- Start with: the SEVR 10A portable charger, free delivery Australia-wide.
- Pick your state below for local costs, rules and delivery.
Rules and costs by state
| State or territory | Electrical regulator | Certificate for a new outlet | Example flat rate | Per 100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria | Energy Safe Victoria | A Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES) | 28c | $4.98 |
| New South Wales | NSW Fair Trading | A Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work (CCEW) | 33c | $5.87 |
| Queensland | the Electrical Safety Office | A certificate of testing and safety | 32c | $5.69 |
| South Australia | the Office of the Technical Regulator | A Certificate of Compliance | 42c | $7.47 |
| Western Australia | Building and Energy | An Electrical Safety Certificate | 32c | $5.69 |
| Tasmania | Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS) | The compliance certificate Tasmania requires | 30c | $5.33 |
| Australian Capital Territory | Access Canberra | The compliance certificate the ACT requires | 27c | $4.80 |
| Northern Territory | NT WorkSafe | A certificate of compliance | 28c | $4.98 |
State guides
Frequently asked
Do I need an electrician to charge an EV at home in Australia?
Not to plug a 10 A portable charger into an existing power point. Any new outlet, circuit or wall charger must be installed by a licensed electrician in every state and territory.
Which state is cheapest to charge an EV in?
It depends far more on your plan than your state. An off-peak, EV or solar-soak plan usually beats the cheapest flat rate anywhere. Check the c/kWh on your bill.
Do you ship to every state?
Yes. Shipping is free Australia-wide, dispatched from Australian stock within 1 business day.