The Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme closes to new applications on 20 November 2026. Residents and businesses who may qualify should check their address and contact a registered supplier promptly.
The Scottish Government says voucher requests submitted before that date will continue to be considered under the scheme’s rules. Existing connections and approved applications are unaffected.
Who could qualify?
The scheme offers support of up to £5,000 towards eligible installation costs through a registered supplier. Your property could qualify if your current broadband connection is below 30 Mbps and there are no plans for a superfast connection through R100 contracts or commercial rollout. Use the official checker to confirm eligibility.
What to do
Start with the Scottish Government broadband address checker (external link — opens in a new tab). If eligible, contact a registered supplier to discuss available services, installation and ongoing charges.
The application process involves choosing a service, entering into a contract with the supplier and confirming your supplier choice with the Scottish Government. The supplier submits your details. Simply making an enquiry is not the same as submitting a voucher request; ask the supplier whether it can complete the required steps before the scheme closes.
Read the official application steps (external link — opens in a new tab)
Check the Scottish Government scheme notice (external link — opens in a new tab) for the latest rules and closure information. ELCC does not administer the scheme or determine eligibility.
Explore broadband and internet options for general guidance on fibre, mobile, fixed wireless and satellite connections.
This is a dated notice checked on 14 November 2026. The announced closure date is 20 November 2026; this post does not indicate that applications remain open after that date.