Tag:amenity=charging_station

amenity = charging_station

Description

A location where an electric vehicle may be charged.

Rendering in OSM Carto

Group: amenities

Used on these elements

Useful combination

How to map

A charging station may represent one individual charge point (without others close to it) or a group of charge points at a location. Different brands/operators on the same location should be mapped separately.

Add a node at the centre of the charge points belonging to the charging station location or create a way around the area with charge points and associated parking slots. Add the tag amenity=charging_station to the node or area .

Individual charge points can be mapped as man_made=charge_point, similar to man_made=fuel_pump at a fuel station, however this is usually not needed. Currently only amenity=charging_station will be rendered on maps and will show up in search results. If individual charge points are mapped, the amenity=charging_station object should still have extra tagging as shown in the table below to facilitate simple searching for socket type, charging speed (kW) and capacity (number of simultaneously charging vehicles) at the site.

Tags to use in combination

The socket=* tags below may require information from for example an app and may be added at a later time.

The most common tags for `amenity=charging_station` objects:
Key	Description
`amenity=charging_station`	Feature tag.
`name=*`	The signposted proper name of the charging station, for example “Seed & Greet Ladepark”.
`brand=*`	The brand operating the charging station, for example "Ionity".
Access tags	Who has access to the charging station, for example "`yes`" (public access), "`customers`", "`private`" etc. For keys, please use specific ones if possible, and fall back to `access=*` only for default. See #Vehicles sections for examples.
`capacity=*`	The total number of vehicles which can be charged at the same time at the location. The total number of sockets may be higher.
`socket:<type>=*`	The total number of sockets/cables of the type <type> that can be used at once at the charge point(s) of the location, for example `socket:type2=4`. In EU, EN 17186 give a symbol (letter in hexagon) for sockets ^[1] ^[2]
`socket:<type>:output=*`	The maximum power (in kW) that can be sourced from a single socket/cable of the type <type> at the charge point(s) of the location, for example `socket:chademo:output=63 kW`.

Other optional tags:

operator=* – The name of the operator of the station, for example a local hotel.
network=* – The name of the network, with which the operator cooperates.
ref:EU:EVSE=* – EU-wide reference number for charging stations
ref:ocpi=* – International reference number of charging stations (locations)
ref:afdc=* – US-specific reference number for the charging station within the Alternative Fuels Data Center
ref:ocm=* – Reference number for the charging station within OpenChargeMap
socket:<type>:voltage=<volt> – The voltage of the respective socket.
socket:<type>:current=<ampere> – The current of the respective socket.
fee=yes/no/donation – Yes if some or all customers have to pay a fee for using the station. Donation model also possible.
parking:fee=yes/no – Whether you have to pay a parking fee or not while charging. If the fee must be paid only at certain times, use parking:fee:conditional=* with the same syntax as for opening_hours=*.
opening_hours=* - Describes when something is open or closed in a standard format
maxstay=* – Maximum time you are allowed to stay.
brand:wikidata=* - For further informations about the brand

Note for the renderers: older versions of this page referred to amperage=* and voltage=* instead of socket:<type>:current=<ampere> and socket:<type>:voltage=<volt> respectively. These tags are still found in a number of charging station POIs. However that scheme did not allow for multiple socket types with different current and voltages.

Power output

To specify the maximum output of the entire station: charging_station:output=<xxx> kW This value can often be found on the back of the station.

Vehicles

Main article: Key:access § Land-based transportation

For providing the information which types of vehicles can be charged.

Value may be yes if any vehicle of that type is allowed to charge, or some other value (e.g. customers would indicate that this vehicle type can charge here only if you're a customer, and is forbidden otherwise).

moped=yes – electric mopeds (scooters) can be charged
bicycle=designated – designated for charging of electric bicycles (also called pedelec). Whether other vehicles (with compatible charging socket) are also allowed to charge is not specified unless more access tags are added.
motorcar=customers – electric cars can be charged only if you're a customer of that place (e.g. for so signed charging station on restaurant's parking lot)
motorcycle=yes + access=no – all electric motorcycles can be charged, but no other vehicle is allowed to do so
hgv=yes – electric trucks can be charged (this is about providing enough space so that HGV will fit)
bus=yes – electric buses can be charged. If the facility is only for buses, use access=no + bus=designated
small_electric_vehicle=yes – small electric vehicles can be charged
access=private - only vehicles belonging to persons having explicit permission from the owner may charge here. Specific type of such (possibly allowed) vehicles is not known/specified.

Authentication and payment

Main article: Key:authentication

Main article: Key:payment

Some charging stations require authentication, even if charging is for free. Different operators use different authentication mechanisms for their charging stations. Some charging stations even support several authentication mechanisms, and the user can choose which to use.

Examples

The following table provides examples of tags to consider when mapping a amenity=charging_station.

Examples of sites with more than one charge point

Image	Tags	Notes
	`amenity=charging_station` `brand=Recharge` `access=yes` `capacity=5` `socket:type2=2` `socket:type2_combo=2` `socket:chademo=2` `socket:type2:output=22 kW` `socket:type2_combo:output=150 kW` `socket:chademo:output=63 kW`	Example of a charging station site with three charge points, each with different sockets. Charging access is public for all vehicles (provided they have compatible socket, of course). Mapped either as a node, or as a closed way around the charge points and parking slots. Link to this station in OSM: Recharge Vigra charging station Recharge Vigra charging station
	`amenity=charging_station` `brand=Tesla` `capacity=8` `socket:tesla_supercharger=8` `socket:tesla_supercharger:output=150 kW` `opening_hours=24/7` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=no`	An example of US Tesla Supercharger site with 8 charge points. The socket is like a regular US gas pump, the connector can be picked up before using your payment card.
	Link to tagging of each station: Tesla Rygge Supercharger Tesla Rygge Supercharger Recharge McDonalds Rygge Recharge McDonalds Rygge Ionity Rygge Ionity Rygge Mer Circle K Rygge Mer Circle K Rygge	Example of a site with 4 different brands. Each brand is mapped (in this example) with a node. They could also have been mapped with areas.

Examples of sites with single charge points

Image	Tags	Notes
	`amenity=charging_station` `authentication:app=yes` `authentication:membership_card=yes` `authentication:nfc=yes` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `charging_station:output=98 kW` `opening_hours=24/7` `operator=Energie Baden-Württemberg AG` `parking:fee=no` `ref=4032` `ref:EU:EVSE=DEEBWE40321; DEEBWE40322; DEEBWE4032*3` `capacity=2` `socket:chademo=1` `socket:chademo:output=50 kW` `socket:chademo:current=143` `socket:chademo:voltage=400` `socket:type2_cable=1` `socket:type2_cable:output=43 kW` `socket:type2_cable:current=143` `socket:type2_cable:voltage=400` `socket:type2_combo=1` `socket:type2_combo:output=50 kW` `socket:type2_combo:current=143` `socket:type2_combo:voltage=400`
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Innogy` `capacity=2` `socket:type2=2` `socket:type2:current=32` `authentication:short_message=yes` `ref=BA-1214-3`
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Vattenfall` `capacity=2` `socket:type2=2` `socket:type2:current=32` `socket:schuko=2` `socket:schuko:current=32` `authentication:membership_card=yes` `ref=11016`
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=eins energie in sachsen` `capacity=2` `socket:type2=2` `socket:type2:current=32` `socket:schuko=2` `socket:schuko:current=32` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=yes` `authentication:membership_card=yes` `authentication:short_message=yes`	On each side there is one schuko and one type2 socket. The text in the display changes and informs about current and the authentication via SMS or RFID membership card. The covers on the sockets unlock after successful authentication, so you can plug in the charging cable.
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Blink` `covered=no` `capacity=1` `socket:type1_cable=1` `socket:type1_cable:current=16` `socket:type1_cable:voltage=120` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `wheelchair=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=no` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `ref=Unit #:4`	The socket is attached to a coiled hose on the front of the charging station. Like a regular US gas pump, the connector can be picked up before using your payment card.
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Blink` `covered=no` `capacity=2` `socket:chademo=2` `socket:chademo:current=30` `socket:chademo:voltage=240` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `wheelchair=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=no` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `ref=Unit #:1`	The socket is attached to a high hanging hose on each side of the of the charging station. Like a regular US gas pump, the connector can be picked up before using your payment card.\|

Examples of bicycle charging stations

Image	Tags	Notes
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Asikkalan kunta` `capacity=2` `bicycle=yes` `motorcar=no` `fee=no`	Example of a small public E-bike charging station
	`amenity=charging_station` `brand=Chargercube` `capacity=8` `bicycle=yes` `motorcar=no` `fee=no` `covered=yes`	Example of a large public E-bike charging station. Add a separate node for `amenity=bicycle_repair_station`

United States examples

Image	Tags	Notes
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1`	Adding just the `amenity=charging_station` tag to the node adds the amenity to the map. The `capacity=*` is useful because of long "fueling" times. Some stations support two or more "nozzles". The `capacity=1` tag states how many cars can be served from the station at the same time. The SemaConnect Charge Pro station provides a status beacon to approaching cars. A blue status colour means that the charger is available. A green status colour means that the charger is in use.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes`	The type of vehicles are another set of useful tags to add to the minimum station information. Pedestrians are not allowed in the parking garage where these units are located. Bicycle and scooters more than likely will not be supported. Adding the `covered=*` tag helps the driver find more desirable charging locations.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes` `operator=Phoenix Plaza Building` `network=SemaConnect`	SemaConnect/SemaCharge encourages building owners and employers to install charging stations. In this case the operator is the Phoenix Plaza Building. The `network=*` tag may be useful for network identification. Some of the possible networks are AeroVironment Blink eVgo SemaCharge GE WattStation ChargePoint One of the confusing aspects of the network is the network used for billing or location purposes.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes` `operator=Phoenix Plaza Building` `network=SemaConnect` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes`	One of the confusing aspects of these charging stations are the payment options. It looks like the network sets some of the payment options. Some networks allow guests but charge more for each unit dispensed. A network may also provide 1-800 operator payment, rfid "tap" charging, mobile phone applications, or a web site as a way to reduce the number of network cards that you must carry.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes` `operator=Phoenix Plaza Building` `network=SemaConnect` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=yes`	The `fee=yes` tag was added along with a tag for the required parking building fee. There are some sites that do not charge a fee for the "fill-up". The charging station may be more of a marketing feature of the site than a revenue generating station. In this case, `fee=no` would be useful. You would want to add one of the authentication tags. The payment account is used to safely turn on this system to protect against electrocution. In addition to the "fill-up" fee, a `parking:fee=yes` tag was added. The first three hours are 1 USD an hour. After the first three hours, then rate changes to 3 USD an hour.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes` `operator=Phoenix Plaza Building` `network=SemaConnect` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=yes` `socket:type2_cable=1` `socket:type2_cable:amperage=30` `socket:type2_cable:voltage=240`	The Nissan Leaf has its charging hood open. The left side of the hood has a receptacle for a chademo plug that is still covered. The J1772-2009 receptacle has a type1 plug connected to it. Both an `socket:type2_cable:amperage=30` and a `socket:type2_cable:voltage=240` tags were added. This information is harder to come by. The 30 and 240 values sound correct based on a commercial site location.
	`amenity=charging_station` `capacity=1` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `covered=yes` `operator=Phoenix Plaza Building` `network=SemaConnect` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=yes` `socket:type2=1` `socket:type2:amperage=30` `socket:type2:voltage=240` `ref=Station #901981 A` `wheelchair=yes`	Two more useful tags at this site. The station reference number starts with #901981. One unit has an A and the other has a B added to differentiate the two units. A `wheelchair=*` tag was added. The stations are wheelchair accessible. The parking spaces have diagonal yellow strips making the required room for a wheel chair.
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Blink` `covered=no` `capacity=1` `socket:type1_cable=1` `socket:type1_cable:amperage=16` `socket:type1_cable:voltage=120` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `wheelchair=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=no` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `ref=Unit #:4`	The socket is attached to a coiled hose on the front of the charging station: Like a regular US gas pump, the connector can be picked up before using your payment card.
	`amenity=charging_station` `operator=Blink` `covered=no` `capacity=2` `socket:chademo=2` `socket:chademo:amperage=30` `socket:chademo:voltage=240` `bicycle=no` `motorcar=yes` `scooter=no` `hgv=yes` `wheelchair=yes` `fee=yes` `parking:fee=no` `payment:credit_cards=yes` `payment:debit_cards=yes` `ref=Unit #:1`	The socket is attached to a high hanging hose on each side of the of the charging station: Like a regular US gas pump, the connector can be picked up before using your payment card.

Symbols used in the vehicle charging station

AC~ socket
Chademo socket
Chademo socket
In Europe "CCS" refers to a Type2 Combo Cable
In Europe "CCS" refers to a Type2 Combo Cable
Type2 socket
Type3c socket

Gallery

Charging station
Charging station with Type 2/Mennekes plug and socket
Charging station with Type 2/Mennekes plug
Charging station
Newest charging station in Rome, Italy with Type 2/Mennekes and Type 3c/SCAME plug
Older charging station in Rome, Italy with Type 3c/SCAME plug
Other charging station in Rome, Italy with Type 3c/SCAME plug
Charging station with Type 1/SAE J1772 connector at an office park in San Diego, California
Tesla Super Charger at a Buckeye Arizona strip mall

Weblinks

Charging station on Wikipedia
Karte Ladestation
Helpful information on charging options (US?).

There are some websites, where you can find charging stations.

Note that copying data from external databases is an import. Verifying license, documenting import and getting agreement from OSM community are mandatory.

https://www.plugshare.com
https://e-tankstellen-finder.com
https://lemnet.org/en/map
https://www.ladestasjoner.no (Norway)
https://www.goingelectric.de
https://map.openchargemap.io (on incompatible license, data must NOT be copied). Has own page at OpenChargeMap
https://lade.info/map/ (Germany)
https://www.e-laden.info
https://www.oplaadpunten.nl
https://www.fietsoplaadpunten.nl
https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_locations.html#/find/nearest?fuel=ELEC&ev_levels=all (U.S. and Canada, govt. source)

[1] ttps://www.afnor.org/en/news/clear-signage-recharge-electric-car/

[2] ttps://fuel-identifiers.eu/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/EV-labelling_Operators_EN.pdf

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