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QLD Stamp Duty Calculator

Calculate transfer duty in Queensland. First home buyers may pay no duty on properties up to $700,000.

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Calculate transfer duty for property purchases in Queensland. QLD offers generous first home buyer concessions and has competitive rates for mid-range properties.

  • First home buyers pay no duty on properties up to $700,000
  • Concession rates apply between $700,000 and $800,000
  • Foreign buyer surcharge is 7% (ABSD)
  • Transfer duty is due within 30 days of settlement

Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates for general information purposes only. Results should not be relied upon as professional financial, tax, or legal advice. Tax rates and thresholds are based on publicly available ATO data and may change. Always consult a qualified tax agent or financial adviser for advice specific to your circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is stamp duty on a $600,000 property in QLD?
On a $600,000 property in Queensland, a standard buyer pays approximately $12,850 in transfer duty. Queensland has competitive rates compared to NSW and VIC. First home buyers purchasing at $600,000 would pay no transfer duty at all, as the full exemption threshold is $700,000 in QLD.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in QLD?
First home buyers in Queensland pay no transfer duty on homes valued up to $700,000 — one of the most generous thresholds in Australia. A sliding concession applies between $700,000 and $800,000. Above $800,000, first home buyers pay the standard rate. The concession applies to your principal place of residence (both new and existing homes), and you must move in within 1 year of settlement.
What is the foreign buyer surcharge in QLD?
Foreign buyers in Queensland pay an Additional Buyer Surcharge Duty (ABSD) of 7% on residential property purchases. On a $750,000 property, this surcharge adds $52,500 on top of standard transfer duty. The ABSD applies to foreign individuals, foreign corporations, and trustees of foreign trusts purchasing residential land in Queensland.
When is stamp duty due in QLD?
In Queensland, transfer duty must be paid within 30 days of the liability date, which is typically the date the contract becomes unconditional or settlement — whichever comes first. Your solicitor or conveyancer will lodge the transfer and arrange payment through Queensland Revenue Office. Late payment attracts unpaid tax interest at the prescribed rate.
Does QLD have stamp duty on vacant land?
Yes, Queensland charges transfer duty on vacant land purchases. The same duty rates apply as for residential property. However, first home buyers purchasing vacant land to build their first home may qualify for a concession — the threshold is $350,000 for full exemption, with a sliding scale up to $500,000. The land must be used to build your principal residence.

What is QLD Stamp Duty?

Transfer duty in Queensland is a state tax paid on property purchases, calculated on a progressive bracket system. Queensland offers one of the most generous first home buyer exemptions in Australia, with no duty payable on homes up to $700,000.

How this calculator works

This calculator applies the current Queensland Revenue Office transfer duty rates to your property price. Rates start at 1.0% for the first $5,000 and increase progressively to 5.75% for properties over $1 million. First home buyer concessions are applied when selected — full exemption up to $700,000, with a sliding concession between $700,000 and $800,000. The Additional Buyer Surcharge Duty (ABSD) of 7% is added for foreign purchasers of residential property.

All calculations are performed in your browser — your data never leaves your device. Results are for general guidance only and should not be considered professional financial advice.

Built and maintained by Konstantin Iakovlev. Data sourced from the ATO and official Australian government sources.

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