GST HST Credit who is Eligible and How to apply

The Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) credit is a tax-free quarterly payment made by the Government of Canada to help low- and modest-income individuals and families offset the GST/HST they pay on their purchases.

The GST/HST credit is calculated based on your family income and the number of dependents in your household. The credit is available to Canadian residents who are at least 19 years old and have a social insurance number. You must also file an income tax return to be eligible for the credit.

The GST/HST credit is paid quarterly, in January, April, July, and October. The amount of the credit depends on your family income and the number of dependents in your household. The credit is designed to provide more assistance to those with lower incomes and larger families.

You will automatically receive the GST/HST credit if you are eligible and have filed your income tax return. The credit will be paid to you by direct deposit or by mail if you do not have direct deposit set up. If your income or family situation changes during the year, you should notify the Canada Revenue Agency as soon as possible to ensure that your credit payments are adjusted accordingly.

Overall, the GST/HST credit is an important benefit for low- and modest-income individuals and families in Canada, helping to offset the cost of the GST/HST on their purchases and providing financial assistance to those who need it most.

To be eligible for the GST/HST credit, you must be a resident of Canada, at least 19 years old, have a social insurance number (SIN), and have filed an income tax return. You may also be eligible if you are under 19 years of age and are a parent or a spouse or common-law partner of someone who is receiving the GST/HST credit.

The amount of the credit is based on your family income and the number of children under the age of 19 living with you. The credit is designed to provide more assistance to those with lower incomes and larger families. You can use the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) online calculator to estimate your credit amount.

To apply for the GST/HST credit, you must file an income tax return. If you are eligible, the credit will be automatically calculated and added to your tax refund or used to offset any amount owing. If you have already filed your tax return and become eligible for the GST/HST credit later in the year, the credit will be paid to you quarterly based on the date the CRA received your application.

You can apply for the GST/HST credit online using the CRA’s My Account service or by mail using a paper application form. If you have not yet filed your income tax return for the current year, you can apply for the credit at the same time you file your return.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your GST/HST credit application, you can contact the CRA’s Tax Information Phone Service (TIPS) at 1-800-267-6999.