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Domestic and private · From 2027

CIR and private wallboxes: changes from 1 January 2027

The new rule concerns new or replaced standard-power charging points not accessible to the public.

StatusEffective: 1 January 2027Applies toIndividuals, condominiums, businesses, installers and manufacturers

Article 45-bis of Italian Legislative Decree 199/2021 requires new or replaced non-public standard-power charging points to be certified under Annex X of CEI 0-21. The initial date of 30 June 2026 was postponed to 1 January 2027.

Applicable installations

  • Standard-power charging points.
  • Points newly installed or replaced from 1 January 2027.
  • Infrastructure not accessible to the public.
  • Installations in Italy.

What CIR is for

The Charging Infrastructure Controller enables prescribed smart charging and smart meter communication under applicable technical specifications.

Existing wallboxes

The provision does not require all existing wallboxes to be replaced. Before buying or replacing one, check the required certification and device documentation with the manufacturer and installer.