Australian Capital Territory compliance

Australian Capital Territory land tax

Thresholds, rates, surcharges + exemptions for FY26. Administered by ACT Revenue Office.

Threshold

All residential rental property (no threshold)

Rate

Fixed charge + 0.5-1.14% marginal rate

Surcharges

Foreign owner surcharge 0.75%

Assessment date

Quarterly: 1 Jul, 1 Oct, 1 Jan, 1 Apr

Exemptions

PPR

Payment

Quarterly via ACT Revenue Office

FAQ

What is the Australian Capital Territory land tax threshold?
All residential rental property (no threshold)
What is the Australian Capital Territory land tax rate?
Fixed charge + 0.5-1.14% marginal rate
Are there foreign owner surcharges?
Foreign owner surcharge 0.75%
What exemptions apply?
PPR
When is land tax assessed?
Quarterly: 1 Jul, 1 Oct, 1 Jan, 1 Apr
View ACT Revenue OfficeOfficial guidance ↗Australian Capital Territory payroll tax →Australian Capital Territory stamp duty →