Grants & VAT options
Stairlift Grants & VAT options
If you are concerned about being able to afford a stairlift you may be able to apply for a government-funded grant from your local authority called a Disabled Facilities Grant
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Grants for stairlifts
With a stairlift grant, you can gain independence at home without paying the full cost for the mobility equipment you need.
If you are eligible, you can contact your local council as they may be able to help towards the cost of installing your stairlift and adapting your home. The grant is means-tested and awarded when the council considers that necessary changes to your home will improve your living environment and make life easier.
Eligibility and home adaptations
Visit the Gov.uk website to find out more information about eligibility and the types of home adaptations available to you.
Alternatively, contact your local authority to learn more about the application process.
For general advice about stairlift costs, view our guide to stairlift prices.
Stairlifts and VAT
Most people are eligible for zero-rated VAT when they buy a stairlift.
There are two types of VAT exemptions that provide discounts to chronically ill and disabled people and seniors over 60.
0% VAT
If the applicant is a disabled person or someone who suffers from a chronic illness, then this total exemption from VAT will cover them for domestic and personal use. Chronically sick or disabled means the following:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a long-term and adverse effect on the ability to fulfil everyday activities. This includes conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, heart conditions etc.
- A condition that is medically certified as a chronic sickness, such as diabetes.
- A person who is terminally ill.
5% VAT relief
If the person applying is over 60, but is NOT eligible for 0% VAT, they can get a reduced rate of 5% VAT, for the supply and installation of a stairlift.
This reduced stairlift grant rate only applies to stairlifts in domestic circumstances.
Things to consider
Am I eligible to get a VAT discount on a stairlift?
If you would like to check the conditions for VAT relief, you can view notice 701/7 VAT Relief for disabled people on the HM Revenue & Customs website.
Form to apply for 0% VAT on a stairlift
The person applying must be sure of their VAT relief eligibility before completing the declaration. The products ordered must be for that person only, or installed in a domestic situation.
A guide to stairlift prices
The cost of a stairlift is based on many factors including the staircase type, the features required and the custom specification you choose.
Reconditioned stairlifts
Reconditioned stairlifts come with the same quality assurances that you would expect from any Stannah stairlift, and are available for both straight stairs and stairs with turns.
