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ACT First Home Owner Grant
A $10,000 grant for eligible first home buyers purchasing or building a new home in the Australian Capital Territory.
Indicative amount
$10,000
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
$10,000 one-off payment. Applies to new properties only. Must be used as your principal place of residence for a continuous period of at least 1 year.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: buying home
How to apply
1. Apply through your participating lender or directly with the ACT Revenue Office. 2. Provide identity and property documents. 3. Confirm all applicants are first home buyers.
Documents you may need
- Identity documents
- Contract of sale or building contract
- Proof of first home buyer status
Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.
You will be taken to www.revenue.act.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026