British Columbia land transfer tax calculator
See exactly what you'll owe on closing in British Columbia — with current rate brackets and any first-time home buyer rebate applied automatically.
Land transfer tax is due in cash on closing and cannot be rolled into your mortgage — budget for it alongside legal fees and your down payment.
| $0 – $200,000 | 1.00% |
| $200,000 – $2,000,000 | 2.00% |
| $2,000,000 – $3,000,000 | 3.00% |
| Over $3,000,000 | 5.00% |
A $600,000 home in British Columbia costs about $10,000 in land transfer tax, payable in cash on closing. First-time buyers can claim up to $8,000 back.
British Columbia land transfer tax by purchase price
| Purchase price | Tax | First-time buyer |
|---|---|---|
| $400,000 | $6,000 | $0 |
| $600,000 | $10,000 | $2,000 |
| $800,000 | $14,000 | $6,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $18,000 | $10,000 |
British Columbia rate brackets
| $0 – $200,000 | 1.00% |
| $200,000 – $2,000,000 | 2.00% |
| $2,000,000 – $3,000,000 | 3.00% |
| Over $3,000,000 | 5.00% |
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax in British Columbia?
On a $600,000 home in British Columbia, land transfer tax is approximately $10,000. The tax is charged on a sliding scale, so the amount rises with the purchase price. It's due in cash on closing day.
Do first-time buyers pay land transfer tax in British Columbia?
First-time home buyers in British Columbia can claim a rebate of up to $8,000, which eliminates the tax entirely on lower-priced homes and reduces it on more expensive ones.
When do I pay land transfer tax?
On closing day. Your lawyer or notary collects it as part of your closing costs and remits it on your behalf. It cannot be added to your mortgage, so you need the cash available on top of your down payment.
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Researching and writing about Canadian home buying and closing costs since 2026.
“British Columbia Land Transfer Tax Calculator — VaultNerd” — VaultNerd, https://www.vaultnerd.com/tools/land-transfer-tax-calculator/british-columbia, updated August 2026.
- British Columbia land transfer tax / land titles fee schedule
- Provincial first-time home buyer rebate rules