How much is stamp duty when buying a house in Victoria?
Stamp duty in Victoria — officially called land transfer duty — is a state tax paid to the State Revenue Office when you buy property. The amount depends mainly on the property's value, calculated on a sliding scale, and concessions or exemptions can reduce or remove it. Here's how it works.
How it's calculated
Duty is worked out on the property's dutiable value (usually the price or market value) using a sliding scale — the higher the value, the higher the rate. A conveyancer or lawyer can calculate the exact figure for your purchase.
Concessions and exemptions
Reductions may apply for first home buyers, buying your principal place of residence, off-the-plan purchases, and pensioners — each with its own eligibility rules and value limits.
When it's paid
Land transfer duty is generally paid at settlement, and your conveyancer or lawyer arranges it as part of the settlement process.
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