From the 2026 financial year, the foreign resident CGT withholding rate rises to 15% and the $750,000 threshold is removed. Understand the 2026 foreign cgt withholding rules, compliance obligations, clearance certificates, and how these changes affect Australian property transactions.
Foreign resident CGT withholding sits at 12.5% in the current law, with a $750,000 market value threshold. From 1 July 2025 the rate rises to 15% and the threshold is abolished—affecting every property disposal from 2026. This guide covers the mechanics, clearance certificates, and what the changes mean for mortgage borrowers.
When a foreign resident disposes of Australian taxable property, the 12.5% CGT withholding applies. Selling within two years may trigger a capital loss and complex FIRB compliance. Read the rules.