Victoria Stamp Duty Calculator
See how much stamp duty you could pay on a property in Victoria, including first home buyer and pensioner concessions and the foreign purchaser surcharge.
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Stamp duty in Victoria at a glance
- Standard duty rate
- 1.4% to 6.5%
- Foreign purchaser surcharge
- 8%
- Charged on
- Purchase price (dutiable value)
- First home buyers
- Yes, for established homes, new homes and vacant land
Source: Victoria revenue office
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Estimates only, not financial or legal advice. Duty rates, thresholds, and concessions change and vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances (including income tests and occupancy requirements). Always confirm with the relevant state revenue office before relying on a figure.
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What stamp duty costs in Victoria
Someone buying an established home to live in, at three prices, under the VIC rates above.
| Purchase price | Stamp duty | Share of price |
|---|---|---|
| $650,000 | $34,070 | 5.2% |
| $850,000 | $46,070 | 5.4% |
| $1,200,000 | $66,000 | 5.5% |
These figures assume you are not a first home buyer and not a foreign purchaser, and they exclude transfer and mortgage registration fees. First home concessions, the foreign purchaser surcharge and buying as an investor all change the result, so use the calculator above for your own purchase. Estimates only, not a quote.
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Frequently asked questions
How is stamp duty calculated in Victoria?
Victorian land transfer duty ranges from 1.4% to 6.5%. That includes a flat 5.5% of the full value above $960,000 and up to $2,000,000. If you are an owner occupier, you get lower principal place of residence rates on homes up to $550,000. The calculator applies the current SRO rate tables for your buyer type.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in Victoria?
Not up to $600,000. First home buyers are exempt on homes up to $600,000 and get a tapering concession up to $750,000. This applies to both new and established homes, as long as you live in the property.
What concessions does Victoria offer besides first home buyers?
Pensioners and concession card holders can get a full exemption up to $600,000 and a concession to $750,000, and the calculator models this. Foreign purchasers pay an 8% additional duty. The calculator adds it when you switch on the foreign buyer toggle.