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Checked 5 October 2026

Northern Territory: foreign buyer rules

The Northern Territory charges foreign buyers no surcharge on stamp duty and has no land tax.

  • Duty surchargeNone
  • Land tax surchargeNo land tax at all in the NT
  • Revenue officeTerritory Revenue Office

The Northern Territory charges foreign buyers no surcharge on stamp duty and has no land tax at all. Foreign buyers still need FIRB approval for the purchase itself. See our FIRB guide.

Check before you sign

State rules change often, and the surcharge is assessed on your own facts. Confirm with Territory Revenue Office or a conveyancer before you sign.

Frequently asked questions

Does Northern Territory charge foreign buyers extra stamp duty?

The Northern Territory charges foreign buyers no surcharge on stamp duty and has no land tax.

Sources

Checked 5 October 2026.

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