Stamp duty calculator Tanzania
Some legal documents must be stamped within 30 days of being signed. Choose the document to see the duty.
For a lease, enter the annual rent. For a share transfer, the value of the shares.
How it's calculated
- Lease, of any length: 1% of the annual rent.
- Transfer of shares: 1% of the value approved by the Board.
- Agreement, affidavit or power of attorney: TSh 2,000. Memorandum of association: TSh 10,000.
An example
A shop lease with TSh 12 million of rent a year pays TSh 120,000 of stamp duty.
Frequently asked questions
When must a document be stamped?
Within 30 days of signing in Mainland Tanzania, or within 30 days of arriving if signed abroad.
Who pays?
Usually the person who draws, makes or signs the document.
What if I am not sure the duty applies?
You can ask the Stamp Duty Officer for a formal decision.
Key terms
- Instrument
- A legal document such as a lease, a transfer or an agreement.
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