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Instantly calculate how much bond you'll pay, who holds it, and what your rights are — state by state.
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New South Wales — Bond rules
Bond authority
NSW Fair Trading
Max bond
4 weeks (≤$1500/wk) / no cap above
Landlord must lodge within
10 days
Refund process: Both parties must agree or apply to NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT).
📋 Legislation: Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW)
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Bond rules by state — quick reference
| State | Max bond | Lodge within | Bond authority | Tribunal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | 4 wks / no cap | 10 days | NSW Fair Trading | NCAT |
| VIC | 1 month | 10 days | RTBA | VCAT |
| QLD | 4 wks / no cap | 10 days | RTA | QCAT |
| SA | 4–6 wks | 15 days | CBS | SACAT |
| WA | 4 wks / no cap | 14 days | Bond Admin | Magistrates |
| TAS | 4 weeks | 15 days | CBOS | Rent Comm. |
| ACT | 4 weeks | 14 days | ACT Revenue | ACAT |
| NT | 4 weeks | 7 days | NT Consumer Affairs | NTCAT |