This Australian Stamp Duty Calculator provides you with an indication of Government Costs when purchasing a property in Australia for Owner Occupied, Investment or as a First Home Owner. It now includes Foreign Buyers Duty which was introduced in some states for Foreign Purchasers. See if you are eligible for any Grants, Concessions or Exemptions.
Updated with 2026 rates.
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Stamp duty in Australia isn’t a one-size-fits-all expense - the amount you pay (and the concessions you can access) often depends on who you are as a buyer.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, foreign purchaser, or buying off-the-plan, different rules, surcharges, and exemptions apply across each state and territory.
First Home Buyers
Buying your first home? You might be eligible for full or partial stamp duty exemptions, especially if your property is under a certain price threshold.
- Most states offer stamp duty relief for first-time buyers
- Savings can range from $10,000 to $30,000+
- You must usually live in the property for at least 6-12 months
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Foreign Buyers
If you're not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you’ll likely pay a Foreign Buyer Surcharge - on top of regular stamp duty.
- Surcharges range from 7% to 9%, depending on the state
- Land tax surcharges may also apply
- Buying restrictions exist for non-residents
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Off-the-Plan Purchasers
Buying off-the-plan can mean delayed stamp duty payments or even concessions in some states - but it comes with a few conditions.
- Extended payment deadlines in VIC & NSW
- Often targeted at first home buyers purchasing new apartments
- Timing of contract and settlement date is crucial
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Property Investors
Investing in real estate? There are no stamp duty exemptions for investors - and in some states, you may face higher rates.
- No discounts available for investment properties
- Stamp duty forms a key part of upfront investment costs
- Structuring the purchase through trusts or companies may change your obligations
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Owner-Occupiers
Buying a home to live in (but not as a first home)? You may qualify for standard residential rates, with fewer concessions but no extra surcharges.
- No foreign buyer surcharge if you're a resident
- Stamp duty calculated based on dutiable value
- Residency requirements may apply for exemptions
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Transfer Duty departments in each State
Each state has a separate department that deals with stamp duty and usually it is State Revenue Office or Treasury Department:
ACT - revenue.act.gov.au
NSW - revenue.nsw.gov.au
NT - treasury.nt.gov.au
QLD - qld.gov.au
SA - revenuesa.sa.gov.au
TAS - sro.tas.gov.au
VIC - sro.vic.gov.au
WA - finance.wa.gov.au
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Calculate Stamp Duty
To use this Stamp Duty Calculator you need to input the following:
- Property Value/Purchase Price
- Choose the State
- Are you Investor or Home Owner?
- Are you First Home Buyer?
- What type of Property you are buying?
- If you are Foreign Purchaser or not (for some states)
Note: - First home Owners are Entitled to the Current Grant.
To get correct stamp duty, don't forget to click "Calculate" every time you update the options.
Disclaimer: - The Stamp Duty Calculator provides you with an indication of costs; your Solicitor or Conveyancer will be able to provide you with final costing on your new purchase. We recommend that you do obtain the appropriate Legal Advice. Read full disclaimer.
P.S. In UK stamp duty is known as "SDLT" or "stamp duty land tax".
Stamp Duty FAQ
How much is Australian stamp duty?
Stamp duty varies for each state in Australia. As a rule of thumb it's 3-4% of the property value. However to get accurate stamp duty for your situation, please use our calculator.
How much is stamp duty on a $500k house?
$500,000 is the most popular property value entered into our stamp duty calculator. As of 2025, the stamp duty on a $500k house for non-first-time buyers purchasing an established home as their primary residence is: NSW - $17,029; ACT - $8,720; NT - $23,928.60; VIC - $21,970; TAS - $18,247.50; SA - $21,330; QLD - $8,750; WA - $17,765.
Is stamp duty payable on transfer of property between family members?
No stamp duty is paid only for the transfer of the family home between spouses. Whenever there is a transaction involving other family members the State Revenue Office requires you to obtain a valuation from a valuer to determine the market value of the property. The stamp duty paid on the property transfer will be based on the valuation of market value, not the listed contract price or gift.
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