Stamp Duty Rates — QLD (2025–26)
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $5,000 | Nil |
| $5,001 – $75,000 | $1.50 per $100 |
| $75,001 – $540,000 | $3.50 per $100 |
| $540,001 – $1,000,000 | $4.50 per $100 |
| $1,000,001+ | $5.75 per $100 |
Examples
| Property Value | Stamp Duty (approx) |
|---|---|
| $600,000 | ~$15,925 |
| $800,000 | ~$24,925 |
| $1,000,000 | ~$33,925 |
| $1,500,000 | ~$62,675 |
For general purchasers (non-first home buyer, Australian resident). Use the official QLD calculator or DecisionLab's stamp duty calculator for exact figures.
First Home Buyers — QLD
Concession on homes up to $700,000 (sliding to $800,000). Uncapped exemption on new homes from 1 May 2025. $30,000 FHOG for new homes (until 30 June 2026).
Foreign Buyer Surcharge
8% surcharge (additional foreign acquirer duty)
When You Pay
Within 30 days of the transfer date. Your conveyancer or solicitor handles the payment as part of the settlement process.
Key Notes for QLD
Queensland generally has the lowest stamp duty rates of any mainland state. Combined with the $30,000 FHOG (highest in the country alongside Tasmania), QLD is one of the most affordable states for first home buyers. The uncapped exemption on new homes from May 2025 means a first home buyer purchasing a $1.5M new home pays $0 stamp duty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is stamp duty on a $800,000 property in QLD?
Approximately ~$24,925 for a general purchaser. First home buyers may pay significantly less or nothing — Concession on homes up to $700,000 (sliding to $800,000). Uncapped exemption on new homes from 1 May 2025. $30,000 FHOG for new homes (until 30 June 2026).
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in QLD?
Concession on homes up to $700,000 (sliding to $800,000). Uncapped exemption on new homes from 1 May 2025. $30,000 FHOG for new homes (until 30 June 2026).
Is there a foreign buyer surcharge in QLD?
8% surcharge (additional foreign acquirer duty)