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ACT Pensioner Duty Concession
Eligible ACT pensioners who purchase a home receive a concession on stamp duty (conveyance duty) — reducing the upfront cost of downsizing or moving home.
Indicative amount
~$34.78/per $100 concession on first $1M of property value
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
Pensioner duty concession of $34.78 per $100 off the first $1 million (2024 rate). On a $500,000 home, saves approximately $17,000 in duty. Must be purchasing a principal place of residence and hold a Pensioner Concession Card.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: buying home, retirement
How to apply
1. Your conveyancer or solicitor applies for the concession when lodging the transfer. 2. Provide your Pensioner Concession Card details. 3. Confirm you are moving into the property as your home.
Documents you may need
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Contract of sale
- Statutory declaration of intent to occupy
Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.
You will be taken to www.revenue.act.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026