New South Wales Stamp Duty Calculator

New South Wales uses a tiered transfer duty rate. On a $800,000 home, stamp duty is approximately $31,335. First home buyers are exempt on new and existing homes up to $800,000 and receive a concession up to $1,000,000. Foreign buyers pay an additional 8% surcharge.

Stamp Duty Calculator

Calculate transfer duty for all states including foreign buyer surcharge

Stamp duty (also called transfer duty) is a state government tax paid when you buy property in Australia. The amount varies significantly by state, and foreign buyers pay an additional surcharge on top of standard duty. Use this calculator to estimate your total duty including all applicable concessions and surcharges.

Last updated: March 2026

Stamp duty (transfer duty) is a state government tax on property purchases. On an $800,000 home in NSW, stamp duty is approximately $31,335. First home buyers may be eligible for full or partial exemptions. Rates vary significantly by state. Source: State Revenue Offices, March 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much stamp duty does a foreign buyer pay in NSW?

Foreign buyers in NSW pay the standard transfer duty plus a 9% surcharge on the property value (from 1 January 2025). For example, on a $1,000,000 property, a foreign buyer pays approximately $40,490 in standard duty plus $90,000 in surcharge, totalling $130,490.

Do immigrants pay more stamp duty in Australia?

Yes, if you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, most states charge an additional foreign buyer surcharge ranging from 7% to 9% of the property value on top of standard stamp duty. NSW charges 9% (from 1 January 2025), VIC and QLD charge 8%, while SA and WA charge 7%. ACT and NT do not currently charge a foreign buyer surcharge.

What is the first home buyer stamp duty exemption?

Most Australian states offer stamp duty exemptions or concessions for first home buyers below certain price thresholds. For example, in NSW first home buyers pay no stamp duty on properties up to $800,000, and a reduced rate up to $1,000,000.

How is stamp duty calculated in Australia?

Stamp duty is calculated using a progressive scale — a percentage of the property value that increases in brackets as the price rises. Each state has its own rates and brackets, which is why this calculator covers all eight states and territories separately.