How much is stamp duty in the NT on a $500,000 home?

NT stamp duty on a $500,000 owner-occupier purchase is approximately $23,929 in 2026. Eligible buyers receive up to $18,601 off via the Territory Home Owner Discount, reducing the net duty to roughly $5,328.

What is the Territory Home Owner Discount?

The Territory Home Owner Discount (THOD) provides up to $18,601 off stamp duty for eligible NT homebuyers — including non-first-home buyers — purchasing or building their principal place of residence. The home must be occupied for six months within the first 12 months.

What grants are available for new homes in the NT?

Eligible new-home buyers in the NT may access up to $30,000 in cash grants — a $10,000 First Home Owner Grant plus a $20,000 BuildBonus — plus full stamp duty exemption under the House and Land Package Exemption. This is among Australia's most generous packages.

Do foreign buyers pay extra stamp duty in the NT?

No. The Northern Territory is the only Australian jurisdiction that does not charge a state-level foreign buyer surcharge. Foreign buyers still need FIRB approval and pay federal fees, but they are charged the standard NT duty scale.

When is NT stamp duty paid?

NT stamp duty must be paid within 60 days of execution of the dutiable transaction or at settlement, whichever is earlier. Your conveyancer lodges payment to the Territory Revenue Office. Late lodgement incurs penalty tax and interest.

NT Stamp Duty Calculator 2026

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