Stamp duty calculator.

Find out how much up-front stamp duty cost is estimated for your state or territory with our handy stamp duty calculator.

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What is stamp duty?

Stamp duty, also known as Transfer Duty, is a type of tax that is charged on property purchases. The amount of stamp duty can depend on the value of the property, state or territory of the property and more.

Have a go at using our stamp duty calculator to find out how much you can expect for stamp duty costs for your property purchase.

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Stamp duty, the amount of tax payable when you buy a property, differs from state to state.

The stamp duty rate can also depend on factors such as your property value, whether it’s your primary residence or an investment, and also the type of property it is.

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FAQs

How much is stamp duty?

The stamp duty payable on a property that you purchase will vary from person to person as it is reliant on a few factors.

These factors include:

  • State or territory of the property
  • Value of the property
  • Property use: owner occupied vs investment
  • Property type
  • First home buyer status

Use our calculator to get a personalised view of what stamp duty could look like for you.

How is stamp duty calculated?

Stamp duty in Australia is calculated using a combination of different factors which include:

  • State or territory of the property
  • Value of the property
  • Property use: owner occupied vs investment
  • Property type
  • First home buyer status

How long do you have to pay stamp duty?

Stamp duty must be paid within three months of signing the contract for sale or transfer of the property.

However, if the property is an off-the-plan purchase, then payment of stamp duty may be able to be deferred for up to 12 months.

Is stamp duty tax deductible?

Unfortunately, stamp duty is not tax deductible, but it is included as a cost of buying the property. This means that if you sell the property, it can help reduce any capital gains tax.

There are also schemes and grants that exist (varying on your state) that can help lower the amount of stamp duty that you pay.

Do first home buyers pay stamp duty?

Stamp duty exemptions, concessions and/or grants differ from state to state. In many states, first home buyers may be eligible for government grants and assistance targeting stamp duty.

Do you pay stamp duty on land?

Yes - stamp duty must be paid on land that is purchased. In Australia, the amount of stamp duty that you must pay may differ between states, however, it must be paid on purchased property including:

  • Owner occupied home
  • Investment property
  • Vacant land

Who pays stamp duty?

Stamp duty is paid by the transferee - the person who is purchasing the property.