How Northern Territory car stamp duty works
When you buy a car in Northern Territory, stamp duty is charged on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. A flat 3% of value. Registration also carries separate transfer and registration fees that are not stamp duty. Non-arm’s-length transfers use market value. The duty is paid to Territory Revenue Office when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, so it sits on top of the purchase price and the usual registration costs.
Northern Territory car stamp duty rates
| Dutiable value | Rate |
|---|---|
| All values | $3 per $100 (3%) |
| Electric vehicle (to mid-2027) | nil to $50,000; 3% over $50,000 |
Current Territory Revenue Office rates, as at 2026. Electric vehicles: Yes, until mid-2027. An eligible electric vehicle pays no duty up to $50,000, and 3% only on the value above $50,000. This concession is legislated to end on 30 June 2027.
What the duty comes to
| Car value | Stamp duty | Share of value |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | $450 | 3.00% |
| $25,000 | $750 | 3.00% |
| $40,000 | $1,200 | 3.00% |
| $60,000 | $1,800 | 3.00% |
| $90,000 | $2,700 | 3.00% |
Worked out from the same Territory Revenue Office rates as the calculator.
Common questions
How much is stamp duty on a $40,000 car in Northern Territory?
On a $40,000 car in Northern Territory, stamp duty is about $1,200, using current Territory Revenue Office rates. Use the calculator above for your exact value.
Do you pay stamp duty on an electric car in Northern Territory?
Yes, until mid-2027. An eligible electric vehicle pays no duty up to $50,000, and 3% only on the value above $50,000. This concession is legislated to end on 30 June 2027.
What is car stamp duty based on in Northern Territory?
Northern Territory works the duty out on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. A flat 3% of value. Registration also carries separate transfer and registration fees that are not stamp duty. Non-arm’s-length transfers use market value.
When do you pay car stamp duty in Northern Territory?
Stamp duty is paid when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, through Territory Revenue Office. Budget for it on top of the purchase price and registration fees.
Related: NT property stamp duty · all calculators. General information only, not tax or financial advice. Rates and electric-vehicle concessions change, so check Territory Revenue Office for your situation.