Services · Registration & Stamping

Stamp Paper / Stamping

Determination of applicable stamp duty, procurement of stamp paper and correct stamping of executed documents.

Timeline: Typically a short turnaround where the document is final.Specialist: Documentation & Registration specialist

Overview

What this service covers

Stamping is the payment of duty on an instrument so that it is properly executed and admissible. The applicable treatment depends on the nature of the document, the parties and where it is executed.

Who needs it

  • Entities executing agreements, deeds or undertakings
  • Businesses completing lease or facility documentation
  • Anyone requiring instruments to be validly executed

Why it matters

  • Incorrect stamping can affect the validity and admissibility of a document
  • Duty treatment varies by instrument type and execution location
  • Downstream registrations may be rejected on stamping defects

Process

  1. 01

    Instrument review

    Nature of the document and parties are assessed.

  2. 02

    Duty determination

    Applicable duty treatment is confirmed.

  3. 03

    Procurement & stamping

    Stamp paper is procured and the document stamped.

  4. 04

    Execution support

    Signing, witnessing and record-keeping are coordinated.

General documents

  • Final draft of the instrument
  • Party details and authorisations
  • Supporting entity records

Duty is a statutory pass-through; Gateway fees are quoted separately after review.

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FAQ

Common questions

Can Gateway advise on the correct duty?

Yes, duty treatment is assessed by a specialist as part of the engagement.