Apply online for a refund of duty.
Alternatively, you can complete the relevant application form (select the transaction type below) and lodge your form online.
You will need to provide supporting documents:
- the contract of sale of your property
- the certificate of duty
- a copy of your ID (such as your driver’s licence)
- a copy of a bank statement for the account to receive the refund.
Your refund will be paid directly into the bank account of all purchasers/transferees or a nominated person.
| First home owner | If you are a first home buyer and your transaction was assessed at the general rate or the residential rate, you can apply to have the transaction reassessed at the first home owner rate. Apply online for a reassessment within:
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| Cancelled transaction | You may not need to pay transfer duty if your transaction has been cancelled. If you've already been assessed for duty and your transaction is cancelled, use this form to apply for a reassessment within:
See the cancelled transactions fact sheet. |
| Off-the-plan rebate | Apply for a concession or rebate if you entered into:
If you are a purchaser in an off-the-plan development who has already paid duty but your transaction does not proceed to settlement, complete this form and apply for a refund of the amount paid. See information about the assistance offered to eligible purchasers. |
| Residential | If the general rate of duty was applied to your transaction and you want to have it reassessed at the residential rate, apply online for a reassessment within:
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| Contingent consideration | If your transaction was assessed for duty on an amount of contingent consideration and that amount was not paid, use this form to apply for a reassessment within five years of the execution date of the agreement. See the contingent consideration fact sheet. |
| Other transactions | For transaction types not listed on this page, see the Duties Information Requirements for required application information. |
