Stamp Duty Rates — NT (2025–26)
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $525,000 | Complex formula: V ÷ 1000 × (0.06571441 × V ÷ 1000 + 15) |
| $525,001 – $3,000,000 | $4.95 per $100 |
| $3,000,001+ | $5.75 per $100 |
The NT's formula for properties under $525,000 is unusual. Use the official NT calculator for exact figures.
Examples
| Property Value | Stamp Duty (approx) |
|---|---|
| $600,000 | ~$29,700 |
| $800,000 | ~$39,600 |
| $1,000,000 | ~$49,500 |
For general purchasers (non-first home buyer, Australian resident). Use the official NT calculator or DecisionLab's stamp duty calculator for exact figures.
First Home Buyers — NT
No stamp duty on established homes up to $650,000 for first home buyers. $10,000 FHOG + $10,000 HomeBuild Access (for building). $10,000 HomeGrown Grant for established homes.
Foreign Buyer Surcharge
No foreign buyer surcharge in the NT
When You Pay
Before the transfer document can be registered. Your conveyancer or solicitor handles the payment as part of the settlement process.
Key Notes for NT
The NT has a unique formula for properties under $525,000 that makes it hard to calculate manually. Use the official NT stamp duty calculator. The HomeGrown Territory Grant ($10,000 for established homes) is one of the few grants in Australia that applies to established properties — not just new builds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is stamp duty on a $800,000 property in NT?
Approximately ~$39,600 for a general purchaser. First home buyers may pay significantly less or nothing — No stamp duty on established homes up to $650,000 for first home buyers. $10,000 FHOG + $10,000 HomeBuild Access (for building). $10,000 HomeGrown Grant for established homes.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in NT?
No stamp duty on established homes up to $650,000 for first home buyers. $10,000 FHOG + $10,000 HomeBuild Access (for building). $10,000 HomeGrown Grant for established homes.
Is there a foreign buyer surcharge in NT?
No foreign buyer surcharge in the NT