VIC Stamp Duty Calculator
Victoria applies separate rates for owner-occupiers (Principal Place of Residence) under $550,000 and general/investment purchases, plus generous first home buyer exemptions up to $600,000.
VIC Transfer Duty Calculator
Estimate stamp duty and transfer registration fees for properties in Victoria.
infoNew South Wales — Regulated by Revenue NSW
Are you an eligible First Home Buyer?
Access exemptions or concessional rates in your state
Are you a Foreign / Non-resident Buyer?
Subject to 7%–8% Foreign Purchaser Duty Surcharge
Effective duty rate: 3.69% of property value
In NSW, eligible first home buyers pay zero stamp duty on properties up to $800,000 under the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme (FHBAS).
Official Victoria Stamp Duty Tax Brackets
Standard progressive transfer duty schedule legislated by State Revenue Office (SRO) Victoria.
| Dutiable Value Bracket | Base Amount | Marginal Rate (over lower threshold) |
|---|---|---|
| $0 to $25,000 | $0 | 1.40% of dutiable value |
| $25,001 to $130,000 | $350 | $2.40 per $100 over $25,000 |
| $130,001 to $960,000 | $2,870 | $6.00 per $100 over $130,000 |
| $960,001 to $2,000,000 | Flat | 5.50% of total dutiable value |
| Over $2,000,000 | $110,000 | $6.50 per $100 over $2,000,000 |
Victoria First Home Buyer Duty Exemption & Concession
Administered by State Revenue Office (SRO) Victoria
Administered by the State Revenue Office (SRO) Victoria, first home buyers are exempt from land transfer duty on properties up to $600,000.
Other Government Costs in Victoria
Transfer of Land Fee
Land Use Victoria transfer fees operate on a sliding scale unit system, typically between $1,500 and $2,450 depending on purchase price.
Mortgage Registration
Victorian mortgage registration fee is approximately $125.
Foreign Surcharge
Foreign purchasers in Victoria are subject to an 8% Foreign Purchaser Additional Duty (FPAD).
How All 8 Australian States & Territories Compare
Stamp duty rates differ significantly across Australia. Compare what the same purchase costs in every jurisdiction.
| State / Territory | Net Stamp Duty | Concessions | Transfer & Reg. Fees | Total Government Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW New South WalesRevenue NSW | -- | -- | -- | -- | View NSW |
| VIC VictoriaState Revenue Office (SRO) Victoria | -- | -- | -- | -- | View VIC |
| QLD QueenslandQueensland Revenue Office (QRO) | -- | -- | -- | -- | View QLD |
| WA Western AustraliaRevenueWA | -- | -- | -- | -- | View WA |
| SA South AustraliaRevenueSA | -- | -- | -- | -- | View SA |
| TAS TasmaniaState Revenue Office Tasmania | -- | -- | -- | -- | View TAS |
| ACT Australian Capital TerritoryACT Revenue Office | -- | -- | -- | -- | View ACT |
| NT Northern TerritoryTerritory Revenue Office (TRO) | -- | -- | -- | -- | View NT |
Note: Some states such as South Australia and the ACT provide uncapped or complete exemptions for eligible first home buyers under specific conditions, while states like Victoria and NSW have sliding thresholds up to $750k and $1M respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to critical questions about Australian stamp duty, concessions, and property purchasing costs.
What is stamp duty (transfer duty) in Australia?expand_more
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Have a specific question about your purchase?
Always check official state guidelines with Revenue NSW, SRO Victoria, Queensland Revenue Office, or consult your licensed conveyancer or property solicitor before settlement.