To be eligible for the FHOG you have to satisfy the following:

  • You have never owned a residential property in Australia.
  • You have never received a FHOG from any other state or territory in Australia.
  • You are 18 years of age or older.
  • You are an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • You can occupy the home as your principal place of residence for a continual period of six months or more, which must occur within 12 months of receiving the First Home Owners Grant.