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Apply for a grant for photovoltaic/solar systems

A grant or low-interest loan for the installation of photovoltaic or solar thermal systems, depending on the program offered by BAFA, KfW, or the state development bank.

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Damit wir Apply for a grant for photovoltaic/solar systems mit dem zuständigen BAFA in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.

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Processing: approx. 2 monthsSuccess rate: 70.0 %
Last reviewed: August 03, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Personalausweis oder Reisepass · Formular / Antrag

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos (Förderantrag)

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How to proceed

  1. 1

    Select a grant program

    BAFA, KfW, or the state development bank, depending on the type of equipment and the federal state.

  2. 2

    Submit a request before awarding the contract

    Including the technical specifications of the planned facility.

  3. 3

    Installation and Proof of Use

    Once the work is complete, submit proof of proper installation.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Owners of residential and commercial properties who wish to install a solar power system.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months

Success rate

approx. 70.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Eligibility requirements have not been reconciled with those of other subsidies (e.g., feed-in tariffs)
  • Application submitted only after the contract with the installation company was signed

Common reasons for rejection

  • The application was submitted only after the installation company had been hired
  • Minimum technical requirements (e.g., efficiency) not met

Alternatives

  • Check related services in the application assistant
  • Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

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Questions & Answers

Wie lange dauert Förderung für Photovoltaik-/Solaranlagen beantragen?

In der Regel ca. 45 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
Data quality
100 %

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