Property transfer tax Austria: calculation, examples, deadlines
Austria’s property transfer tax is mandatory and a major part of closing costs. This guide explains how the tax is calculated, which rate applies, and when it becomes due. We provide example calculations for typical purchase prices and highlight which amounts banks expect as equity. You will also learn which documents are needed by the notary, how payment ties into land registry entry, and how to plan the tax realistically in the calculator.
Ahmet Parlak
Mortgage & Property Finance Expert, Vienna
Kurzantwort: Grunderwerbsteuer Österreich
- Standard-Satz: 3,5% des Kaufpreises.
- Zahlung ist Voraussetzung für die Grundbucheintragung.
- Wird meist aus Eigenmitteln bezahlt – Banken finanzieren dies selten mit.
- Bei Schenkung oder Erbschaft gelten begünstigte Steuersätze nach dem Einheitswert.
Last updated: 2026-02-01
TL;DR
- Standard rate: 3.5% of purchase price.
- Payment is required before land registry entry.
- Usually paid from equity.
- Always include it in your calculator plan.
How it is calculated
The standard rate is 3.5% of the purchase price.
Examples
| Price | 3.5% tax |
|---|---|
| €250,000 | €8,750 |
| €400,000 | €14,000 |
| €550,000 | €19,250 |
Due date
Paid after signing, before land registry entry.
Tips
- Budget as equity, plan payment timing, and use the calculator.
FAQ
Standard rate is 3.5%.
After signing and before land registry entry.
Banks usually expect equity.
Yes, the standard rate applies.
Registry entry may be delayed.
Special cases like inheritance may differ.
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