Stamp Duty Calculator UK 2026
Calculate your stamp duty land tax (SDLT) liability with 2025/26 rates
Frequently Asked Questions
When is stamp duty due?
Stamp duty must be paid within 14 days of completing on your property purchase. Your solicitor or conveyancer usually handles this for you.
Can first-time buyers claim stamp duty relief?
Yes, first-time buyers purchasing a property under £500,000 pay no stamp duty on the first £300,000, and 5% on the portion between £300,001 and £500,000.
What counts as an additional property?
If you already own a property anywhere in the world and purchase a new one, you will pay the 3% higher rate of stamp duty. This includes buy-to-let properties.
Do I pay stamp duty on land?
Yes, stamp duty land tax applies to all land and buildings in the UK, whether residential or commercial. The same thresholds and rates apply.
How does the non-UK resident surcharge work?
Since April 2021, non-UK residents pay an additional 2% stamp duty surcharge on top of the standard rates. This applies to buyers who spend less than 183 days in the UK in the 12 months before purchase.
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