Northern Territory stamp duty rates 2025-26
Northern Territory charges transfer duty on a sliding scale of the property's dutiable value. These are the current brackets the calculator uses:
| Dutiable value | Duty payable |
|---|---|
| Up to $525,000 | D = (0.06571441 × V²) + 15V, where V = price ÷ 1,000 |
| $525,001 – $3,000,000 | 4.95% of the value |
| $3,000,001 – $5,000,000 | 5.75% of the value |
| Over $5,000,000 | 5.95% of the value |
The NT uses a formula for values up to $525,000, which is why the effective rate rises smoothly rather than in steps.
First home buyers in Northern Territory
The NT has no blanket first-home duty exemption, but home-owner grants and territory schemes (such as house-and-land and territory home-owner discounts) can cut your upfront costs. Check current NT programs.
Tick First home buyer above and the calculator shows your NT concession instantly. For a full comparison of every state, read the first home buyer stamp duty guide.
Worked examples for NT
Standard duty (before first-home concessions) at three common price points in Northern Territory:
| Purchase price | Stamp duty | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|
| $600,000 | $29,700 | 4.95% |
| $800,000 | $39,600 | 4.95% |
| $1,000,000 | $49,500 | 4.95% |
Owner-occupiers and first home buyers often pay less than the figures above. Enter your own price to see your result.
Other government costs
- Mortgage registration fee: about $165 in NT (a fixed government charge to register your loan).
- Land transfer / title registration fee: a separate fee that varies with price — check the NT revenue office for the exact amount.
- Foreign purchaser surcharge: NT does not currently charge a purchaser surcharge duty on foreign buyers.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is stamp duty in Northern Territory?
It depends on the price. On an $800,000 home the standard duty in Northern Territory is about $39,600. Use the calculator for your exact price, property type and buyer status.
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in NT?
The NT has no blanket first-home duty exemption, but home-owner grants and territory schemes (such as house-and-land and territory home-owner discounts) can cut your upfront costs. Check current NT programs.
Are these NT figures exact?
They are close estimates based on the published 2025-26 rate scale. Concessions, surcharges and settlement timing can change the final figure, so confirm with the NT revenue office or a conveyancer.