Last updated: July 2026
Stamp Duty Calculator TAS - First Home Buyer 2026
Tasmania previously offered a full stamp duty exemption for first home buyers of established homes up to $750,000 — one of the most generous concessions in Australia. That exemption lapsed on 30 June 2026 and was not extended in the 2026-27 Tasmanian Budget. It only ever applied to established homes; new builds and off-the-plan purchases were served by the First Home Owner Grant instead. Tasmania's separate 50% off-the-plan duty concession also lapsed on 30 June 2026. From 1 July 2026, Tasmanian first home buyers pay full standard transfer duty, though the TAS FHOG (now $20,000, stepped down from $30,000) remains available for new builds.
TAS First Home Buyer Stamp Duty — Exemption Lapsed 30 June 2026
- The established-home exemption LAPSED on 30 June 2026 and was not extended — standard duty now applies to all first home buyers
- While it was active (18 Feb 2024 – 30 June 2026), it applied to established homes only, up to $750,000 — new builds and off-the-plan were never covered
- The separate 50% off-the-plan duty concession also lapsed on 30 June 2026
- From 1 July 2026, Tasmanian first home buyers pay full standard transfer duty
- The TAS FHOG (now $20,000, down from $30,000, for 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027) remains available for new builds
- Must be a first home buyer (never owned residential property in Australia)
TAS Standard Stamp Duty Rates
TAS uses 7 progressive brackets with a $50 minimum duty. Rates range from 1.75% ($3,001-$25,000) to 4.5% above $725,000.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do first home buyers pay stamp duty in Tasmania?
Yes, as of 1 July 2026. Tasmania's stamp duty exemption for first home buyers of established homes (up to $750,000) lapsed on 30 June 2026 and was not extended in the 2026-27 Budget. First home buyers now pay full standard transfer duty.
Does the TAS exemption apply to established homes?
While it was active (18 Feb 2024 – 30 June 2026), the TAS exemption applied to established homes only — it never covered new builds or off-the-plan purchases, which were served by the First Home Owner Grant instead. The exemption has now lapsed entirely.
Can I stack the TAS FHOG with the stamp duty exemption?
The TAS FHOG is now $20,000 for new builds (stepped down from $30,000 for 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027). The stamp duty exemption for established homes has lapsed, so new-build buyers still receive the FHOG, but established-home buyers now pay full standard duty with no offsetting exemption.
What is the TAS off-the-plan concession?
The 50% off-the-plan duty concession also lapsed on 30 June 2026 and was not extended. All buyers now pay full standard duty on off-the-plan purchases.
Source: State Revenue Office of Tasmania
Disclaimer: This information is general in nature and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Calculations are estimates only and may not reflect your exact circumstances. Eligibility criteria and dollar amounts may change without notice. Always verify with the relevant government authority, your mortgage broker, or a licensed financial adviser before making decisions.