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VIC First Home Owner Grant
A $10,000 grant for eligible first home buyers purchasing or building a new home in Victoria valued up to $750,000.
Indicative amount
$10,000 (up to $20,000 in regional VIC)
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
$10,000 one-off payment. For new residential properties only. An additional $10,000 is available for properties in regional Victoria, making it $20,000 in eligible regional areas.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: buying home
How to apply
1. Apply through your participating lender at the time of your home loan application. 2. Provide proof of first home buyer status. 3. Settlement must occur and the property must be your principal place of residence.
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.sro.vic.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026