Transfer Duty Rates in South Africa

Transfer duty is a government tax payable when immovable property is acquired.

Current Rates

• R0 — R1,100,000: 0%
• R1,100,001 — R1,512,500: 3%
• R1,512,501 — R2,117,500: 6%
• R2,117,501 — R2,722,500: 8%
• R2,722,501 — R12,100,000: 11%
• Above R12,100,000: 13%

Exemptions

VAT-registered sellers and properties below R1,100,000 are exempt.