Tesla Financing for Solar
We offer the ability to pay for your solar purchase over time through a retail installment contract with Tesla Financing.
- Getting Started
- Tesla Financing
- Installation
- Making Payments
- Financial Payoff
- Payment Options
- Incentives
- Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started
Design your Tesla solar system and select 'Loan’ as your payment method.
After you have placed your order, complete the necessary action items in your Tesla Account. Once you review and accept your design, you will be presented with a credit application after which a hard credit check will be pulled.
Tesla Financing
After placing an order, sign in to your Tesla Account to finalize your design and payment method.
To qualify for Tesla Financing, your installation must be in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA.
Submit a Credit Application
- In the 'Pricing Details' section of your Tesla Account, view the payment options available to you.
- Select 'Loan.'
- Select ‘Accept and Submit Credit Check.’
- Complete your application by submitting your date of birth, social security number, phone number and employment and title information.
Note: You must be over the age of 18 and have a social security number to submit a credit application. Review the price details and confirm the amount to finance and your preferred monthly payment.
Installation
Your Retail Installment Contract will be available for you to sign in the ‘Documents’ section of your Tesla Account prior to scheduling your installation. You will be required to sign any required documents in your Tesla Account prior to scheduling your installation.
Making Payments
The amount and due date of your payments are outlined in your Retail Installment Contract. You can find a copy of your Retail Installment Contract in the ‘Documents’ section of your Tesla Account.
You will receive an email when your account has been activated. There are multiple ways to make your monthly payments. Payment is accepted online or by phone. Your first payment is due 35 days from your Permission to Operate (PTO) date and your monthly payment will be due on that same date going forward each month.
Finance Payoff
There are no prepayment penalties associated with Tesla Financing. You may prepay all or part of the unpaid part of the amount financed at any time. As of the date of your payment, if the minimum finance charge ($25 to $75, based on the original amount financed) is greater than the earned finance charge, you may be charged the difference.
If a Tesla customer sells their home, the Solar Agreement may be transferred to the new owner; however, the financing associated is not transferable. Our Customer Support team can assist in providing you with any documentation required to include the finance payoff in the sale of the home.
Payment Options
There are multiple ways to make your payments. Payment is accepted online or by phone.
Pay Online
Set up automatic payments, make one-time payments and enroll in paperless billing directly in your Tesla Account.
To manage your autopay settings and/or enroll in paperless billing:
- Sign in to your Tesla Account.
- Next to your energy product, select 'Manage.'
- Select the 'Loan Details' dropdown arrow.
- Select 'More Details.'
- In the Payment section, select 'Manage.'
To make a one-time payment:
- Sign in to your Tesla Account.
- Next to your energy product, select 'Manage.'
- Select the 'Loan Details' dropdown arrow.
- Select 'More Details.'
- In the Payment section, select 'Make a Payment.'
Pay by Phone
Call us to make a payment over the phone. You will need your EN Account Number, bank routing and checking account number. Payments by credit card are not accepted.
Incentives
Depending on your energy product, there may be federal, state and local incentives for the purchase of your solar system. Learn more about energy incentives by state.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start the credit application?
You can apply when confirming your payment details. Credit approvals are valid up to 180 days. If your installation date falls after your credit application expires, you may need to start a new application.
Who can apply?
Tesla Financing for solar is available for applicants in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA.
The name on the credit application must match the name on the property title. Unfortunately, business, trust and commercial finance applications are not accepted at this time.
Are there fees to submitting a credit application?
No. There are no lender or application fees to apply for financing.
Will there be a hard pull of my credit?
At least one hard pull of your credit report is required; however, additional inquiries may be needed for some applicants.
Can I get pre-approved for financing before I configure and order my solar system?
Tesla does not currently offer a credit pre-approval process. You may, however, seek pre-approval through your own bank. Otherwise, you’ll be able to submit a credit application in your Tesla Account once your payment details are accepted.
Do I need to unfreeze or unlock my credit?
We recommend that you lift all credit freezes you currently have in place with all credit bureaus. It is best to unlock your credit file prior to submitting your credit application to avoid any delays.
How do I unfreeze my credit?
Contact TransUnion directly to remove any freezes or locks you have in place with TransUnion.
We suggest lifting all credit freezes for at least seven days. If a credit approval expires prior to your installation date, credit freezes may need to be lifted again if a new application is required.
Transunion: 888-909-8872
How long do credit decisions take? How can I check the status of my application?
Many credit decisions are available within a few minutes, with most available within 48 hours. However, some may occasionally take longer due to unforeseen circumstances.
You can check the status of your application in your Tesla Account. Once a credit decision has been made, you'll be notified in your account.
How do I update my banking information?
Follow the steps in your Tesla Account to update your banking information.
How do I enroll in paperless billing?
Follow the steps in your Tesla Account to enroll in paperless billing.
How do I update my billing address?
To update your billing address, email us at teslafinance@tesla.com.
How do I view my monthly statements?
Under ‘Loan Details,’ select ‘More Details.’ You will see your statements under the ‘Invoices / Statements’ section.