ACT Stamp Duty Calculator 2026 — Australian Capital Territory Duty

Stamp Duty in Australian Capital Territory — 2026 Guide

Australian Capital Territory stamp duty (officially called transfer duty) is a state government tax paid when you buy property. It’s calculated on a sliding scale — the higher the purchase price, the higher the rate. ACT has a unique system — duty rates vary by property value and the Home Buyer Concession Scheme can eliminate duty entirely for eligible buyers.

First home buyers: Home Buyer Concession Scheme (HBCS) may waive duty entirely for eligible buyers. Always verify current thresholds at the ACT Revenue Office.

💡 Tip: Stamp duty is one of the biggest upfront costs in property buying — often $15,000–$40,000 on a typical home. Always budget for it before you start shopping.

Rates are based on ACT Revenue Office schedules for 2025-26. Always verify current rates at www.revenue.act.gov.au/duties/conveyance-duty before making financial decisions.

🇦🇺 Australian Capital Territory • Updated 2026

Australian Capital Territory Stamp Duty Calculator 2026

Calculate transfer duty on Australian Capital Territory properties. Includes first home buyer concessions, foreign purchaser surcharges, and full upfront cost estimates.

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First Home Buyer in Australian Capital Territory?
No conveyance duty for eligible first home buyers on properties up to $607,000.
🏡 I am a First Home Buyer
🌍 Foreign purchaser / non-resident
📋 Stamp Duty Summary —
Purchase Price
Stamp Duty
Transfer / Registration Fee (est.)
Legal / Conveyancing (est.)
Building & Pest Inspection (est.)$400 – $700
Estimated Total Upfront Costs
Top Rate (Australian Capital Territory)
6.7% on properties over $1,500,000
Foreign Purchaser
Foreign resident surcharge applies

ACT Stamp Duty Rates 2026

Property ValueDuty Payable
$0 – $200,000$1.20 per $100
$200,001 – $300,000$2,400 + $2.20 per $100 over $200,000
$300,001 – $500,000$4,600 + $3.40 per $100 over $300,000
$500,001 – $750,000$11,400 + $4.32 per $100 over $500,000
$750,001 – $1,000,000$22,200 + $5.90 per $100 over $750,000
Over $1,000,000$36,950 + $6.40 per $100 over $1,000,000

First Home Buyer: Home Buyer Concession available for eligible buyers — income and property value thresholds apply.

$500k example: $11,400$750k example: $22,200
About Stamp Duty in Australian Capital Territory

Stamp duty (officially called transfer duty in Australian Capital Territory) is a state government tax paid when property changes ownership. It is one of the largest upfront costs when buying a home — often ranging from $10,000 to $50,000+ depending on the purchase price.

The ACT has been gradually phasing out stamp duty over 20 years, replacing it with an annual rates charge. This phase-out began in 2012 and is expected to complete by 2032.

Official Australian Capital Territory Revenue Office calculator →
Disclaimer: Stamp duty rates and concessions change regularly. This calculator provides estimates only — always verify current rates with the Australian Capital Territory Revenue Office or your conveyancer before settling.
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