Stamp Duty
Stamp Duty is a tax the government charges on buying property.
Stamp Duty Rates on on all Residential Property:
On and after 8 December 2010
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €1,000,000 | 1% |
| Balance | 2% |
Stamp duty on Non Residential Property
Rates of stamp duty on land/housing sites without residential buildings have not changed:
| Property Value | Rate |
|---|---|
| up to €10,000 | Exempt |
| €10,001 to €20,000 | 1% |
| €20,001 to €30,000 | 2% |
| €30,001 to €40,000 | 3% |
| €40,001 to €70,000 | 4% |
| €70,001 to €80,000 | 5% |
| €80,001 and over | 6% |
When is Stamp Duty paid?
Stamp duty becomes payable upon completion of your purchase and is normally payable yo your solicitor.