What is stamp duty on a house in Ireland?

1% of the price up to €1 million, 2% on the part from €1 million to €1.5 million, and 6% above that. A €400,000 home pays €4,000.

Do I pay stamp duty on the VAT on a new home?

No. Stamp duty is on the VAT-exclusive price: a new house for €400,000 including 13.5% VAT is charged on €352,422.91, so €3,524.23.

Who pays stamp duty and when?

The buyer, usually through their solicitor, who files the return and pays within 44 days of the deed being signed.

Buying property

Stamp duty and property tax on a purchase

The stamp duty on a purchase (on the price without VAT for new homes), and the Local Property Tax (LPT) you'll pay each year.

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Common questions

What is stamp duty on a house in Ireland?: 1% of the price up to €1 million, 2% on the part from €1 million to €1.5 million, and 6% above that. A €400,000 home pays €4,000.
Do I pay stamp duty on the VAT on a new home?: No. Stamp duty is on the VAT-exclusive price: a new house for €400,000 including 13.5% VAT is charged on €352,422.91, so €3,524.23.
Who pays stamp duty and when?: The buyer, usually through their solicitor, who files the return and pays within 44 days of the deed being signed.

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