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Before you can calculate how much duty you have to pay for a transaction you’ve entered into, you have to determine its dutiable value.

When you buy land in Queensland, the dutiable value is usually either the unencumbered value of the property (usually the market value) or the amount you agree to pay (your consideration) for the transaction nwhichever is higher.

Stamp Duty on most dutiable transactions involving land is calculated by applying the transfer duty rate to the dutiable value of the property.

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How To Calculate Transfer Duty

Transfer duty on most dutiable transactions involving land is calculated by applying the transfer duty rate to the dutiable value of the property.

There are several factors that may increase or reduce transfer duty payable, including:

Only part of a property is transferred (for example, 50%)
A home concession applies but includes land not used for residential purposes
Multiple parties acquire interests in the property with different concession entitlements
Multiple transactions form part of the same arrangement and are assessed together
An exemption applies, potentially resulting in no duty being payable

Before calculating transfer duty, the dutiable value of the transaction must first be determined.

In Queensland, the dutiable value is generally the higher of:

Stamp Duty on most dutiable transactions involving land is then calculated by applying the applicable transfer duty rate to the dutiable value of the property.

Our Stamp Duty Calculator is designed to provide guidance on potential transfer duty costs associated with your property transaction.

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Our experienced conveyancing lawyers can help calculate your transfer duty obligations, prepare concession applications, and guide you through every stage of your Queensland property transaction.

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Transfer Duty Assistance From A.L.F. Lawyers

Even where no money changes hands — such as where property is transferred as a gift between family members — the property may still attract transfer duty based on its market value.

At A.L.F. Lawyers, our experienced conveyancing team can:

Calculate transfer duty payable under your transaction
Prepare concession and exemption documentation
Advise on eligibility requirements
Assist with settlement and compliance obligations
Help avoid penalty interest through timely lodgement and payment advice

As registered self-assessors with the Office of State Revenue, we provide reliable legal guidance to help ensure your property transaction proceeds smoothly and compliantly.