22/10/2025
๐ก FOREIGN BUYER STAMP DUTY SURCHARGES IN AUSTRALIA 2025 ๐ฐ
*NSW - 9% (~$90,000 extra on 1M property)
*VIC - 8% (~$80,000 extra on 1M property)
*QLD - 7% (~$70,000 extra on 1M property)
*NT - 0% ๐ก๐ก๐ฎ
โ ๏ธ IMPORTANT:
-These are ON TOP of standard stamp duty (3-5%)
-Total stamp duty cost: 10-14% of property value
-Plus FIRB application fees(Refer -https://www.facebook.com/share/p/178xdkzQvG/)
-Applies to residential property only
๐ Real Example(Rough indiciative Figures ONLY,more occurate figures will need to be calculated for your case):
$800,000 property in NSW = $95,767 total stamp duty (vs $31,490 for locals)
Who's considered "foreign"?
โ Non-residents
โ Temporary visa holders
โ Foreign corporations/trusts
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Exemptions for citizens, PR holders & some NZ citizens
๐ก Pro Tip: Northern Territory currently has NO foreign buyer surcharge - might be worth considering for investment!
๐ฑ OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT LINKS:
NSW: https://www.revenue.nsw.gov.au/.../surcharge-purchaser-duty
VIC: Go to www.sro.vic.gov.au
QLD: Go to https://www.treasury.qld.gov.au
SA: Go to https://www.revenuesa.sa.gov.au
WA: Go to https://www.wa.gov.au
Federal (FIRB): https://foreigninvestment.gov.au/
This is general information only. Rates current as of 2025. Always consult professionals for advice specific to your situation.
On 13 September 2025, a system update will introduce a range of enhancements to the Foreign Investment Portal, improving functionality and user experience.