Stamp Duty Rates — TAS (2025–26)
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $3,000 | $50 minimum |
| $3,001 – $25,000 | $50 + $1.75 per $100 above $3,000 |
| $25,001 – $75,000 | $435 + $2.25 per $100 above $25,000 |
| $75,001 – $200,000 | $1,560 + $3.50 per $100 above $75,000 |
| $200,001 – $375,000 | $5,935 + $4.00 per $100 above $200,000 |
| $375,001 – $725,000 | $12,935 + $4.25 per $100 above $375,000 |
| $725,001+ | $27,810 + $4.50 per $100 above $725,000 |
Examples
| Property Value | Stamp Duty (approx) |
|---|---|
| $600,000 | ~$22,498 |
| $800,000 | ~$31,185 |
| $1,000,000 | ~$40,185 |
| $1,500,000 | ~$62,685 |
For general purchasers (non-first home buyer, Australian resident). Use the official TAS calculator or DecisionLab's stamp duty calculator for exact figures.
First Home Buyers — TAS
Full duty exemption on established homes up to $750,000 (for purchases between 18 Feb 2024 and 30 June 2026). $30,000 FHOG for new homes.
Foreign Buyer Surcharge
8% surcharge
When You Pay
Within 3 months of the instrument date. Your conveyancer or solicitor handles the payment as part of the settlement process.
Key Notes for TAS
Tasmania has the lowest stamp duty rates overall in Australia, with a top marginal rate of just 4.5%. Combined with the $30,000 FHOG (matching QLD as the joint-highest), Tasmania is extremely competitive for first home buyers. The duty exemption on established homes up to $750,000 is also one of the most generous established-home concessions in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is stamp duty on a $800,000 property in TAS?
Approximately ~$31,185 for a general purchaser. First home buyers may pay significantly less or nothing — Full duty exemption on established homes up to $750,000 (for purchases between 18 Feb 2024 and 30 June 2026). $30,000 FHOG for new homes.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in TAS?
Full duty exemption on established homes up to $750,000 (for purchases between 18 Feb 2024 and 30 June 2026). $30,000 FHOG for new homes.
Is there a foreign buyer surcharge in TAS?
8% surcharge