Victorian Grant

First Home Owner Grant (FHOG)

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A one-off cash grant from the Victorian Government for eligible first-home buyers building or buying a brand-new home in Victoria.

Read the full FHOG guide on SRO VIC

By George Giannakakis · B.Arch.Studies · M.Arch (UniSA) · RLA300580

Last reviewed: 5 March 2026 · How we research

What is the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG)?

A single lump-sum payment made after settlement (or after construction completion for owner-builders). It's paid on top of any stamp duty concession you might qualify for.

Who it is for

•People buying or building their first home in Australia.
•The home must be brand-new, not previously sold, occupied, leased or short-let.
•At least one applicant must live in the home as their principal residence for a continuous 12-month period, starting within 12 months of settlement or construction completion.

Who it is not for

•Established / existing homes (unless substantially renovated by the seller and never before occupied).
•Investment properties.
•Anyone who has previously received the FHOG anywhere in Australia.

How to know more

Most first-home buyers apply through their mortgage lender at settlement. The State Revenue Office VIC website has the current amount, property-value cap, and application form.

Authoritative sources (last researched 2026-03-05)

BuildPilot is a curator, not a financial adviser. Amounts and thresholds change each financial year (typically 1 July). Always confirm current figures with the State Revenue Office and your conveyancer before making a decision.