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How stamp duty is calculated in the NT
Duty is charged on the dutiable value of the property: the purchase price or market value, whichever is greater. The 2026-27 scale is:
| Property value | Duty |
|---|
| Up to $525,000 | Formula: D = (0.06571441 x V²) + 15V, where V is the value divided by 1,000 |
| $525,001 to under $3,000,000 | 4.95% of the value |
| $3,000,000 to under $5,000,000 | 5.75% of the value |
| $5,000,000 and over | 5.95% of the value |
What you might pay
Estimates for an owner-occupier under current NT rates. Figures exclude title registration and other fees.
| Price | Owner-occupier
(established) | First home buyer
(established) | First home buyer
(new home) |
|---|
| $500,000 | $23,928.60 | $23,928.60 | $23,928.60 |
| $650,000 | $32,175 | $32,175 | $32,175 |
| $750,000 | $37,125 | $37,125 | $37,125 |
| $850,000 | $42,075 | $42,075 | $42,075 |
| $1,000,000 | $49,500 | $49,500 | $49,500 |
Your circumstances change the numbers. Run your own figures in the NT calculator.
Concessions and exemptions
House and land package exemption
Full stamp duty exemption for eligible house and land packages from registered builders, for contracts signed between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2027.
HomeGrown Territory grant
$50,000 for first home buyers building or buying a new home (extended to 30 September 2027). Not means tested and no price cap.
FreshStart grant
$30,000 for existing or previous home owners building or buying a new home, also extended to 30 September 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in the NT?
There is no general first home buyer duty exemption in the NT; instead the Territory offers large cash grants. The HomeGrown Territory grant pays $50,000 for buying or building a new home, and the house and land package exemption removes all stamp duty on eligible packages from registered builders signed by 30 June 2027. A first home buyer purchasing an established home pays normal duty.
When is stamp duty payable in the NT?
Stamp duty is payable within 60 days of entering into the transaction or at settlement, whichever comes first. Your conveyancer normally lodges and pays through the Territory Revenue Office as part of settlement.
How much is stamp duty in the NT?
For properties up to $525,000, duty is worked out with a formula, then flat rates apply: 4.95 per cent from $525,000 to $3 million, rising for higher values. A $700,000 home attracts $34,650. Use our calculator above for your exact figure.
What grants are available instead of stamp duty concessions in the NT?
The HomeGrown Territory grant gives first home buyers $50,000 for a new home, and the FreshStart grant gives existing homeowners $30,000 towards building or buying a new home. Neither is means tested. Combined with the house and land package duty exemption, a first home buyer building new can avoid duty entirely and receive the grant on top.
Who pays stamp duty, the buyer or the seller?
The buyer pays stamp duty in the NT. It is payable on top of the purchase price and is usually arranged by your conveyancer before or at settlement. Sellers do not pay duty on a standard sale.
Do pensioners get a stamp duty concession in the NT?
No. The NT’s former senior, pensioner and carer concession was abolished and there is currently no age based duty concession. Pensioners who are existing homeowners may qualify for the $30,000 FreshStart grant if building or buying a new home.
Is stamp duty different for an investment property in the NT?
The duty rates are identical for investors and owner-occupiers. The difference is that the house and land package exemption and home owner grants carry occupancy requirements, so pure investors pay full duty and get no grant.
Do foreign buyers pay a stamp duty surcharge in the NT?
No. The NT has no foreign purchaser duty surcharge, so foreign buyers pay the same duty as locals. Commonwealth rules still apply, including FIRB approval and fees.
How we check these NT rates
The NT schedule has been stable since May 2023; concessions verified July 2026. Verified against official government sources, current as at 11 July 2026.
Compare with other states in our Australia-wide stamp duty FAQ, or jump straight to the NT stamp duty calculator.
General information only, not legal or financial advice. Duty is assessed by the relevant state revenue office; confirm your figure with your licensed conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor.
