About GST/HST NETFILE

GST/HST NETFILE is an Internet-based filing service that allows eligible registrants to file their goods and services tax/ harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) returns directly to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) over the Internet.

How does it work?

Qualifying taxpayers access the online form through the Ready to file page and enter the required information. Once you have entered the data, you confirm that you want to file the information as your return. You will immediately get a confirmation number.

What are the advantages of using GST/HST NETFILE?

• It's fast, easy, and secure.
• There are no paper returns to mail.
• You get immediate confirmation that we have received your return.
• It's available seven days a week.
• You get faster refunds. (Consider combining GST/HST NETFILE with direct deposit).

Who can use it?

GST/HST NETFILE is available to GST/HST registrants across Canada, with the exception of Quebec. For more information on whether you are able to use this service, see eligibility.

Is GST/HST NETFILE secure?

Yes. Although some sites will allow you access with 40-bit encryption, we limit access to browsers supporting 128-bit secure sockets layer (SSL) encryption. SSL protocol enhances the privacy of the information passing between your browser and our Web servers. SSL protocol provides a safe passage for the transmission of data and authentication processes by encrypting the information. Data cannot be compromised when SSL is in use. This is the most secure form of encryption commonly available in North America.

Privacy Notice Statement

The information you provide is collected under the authority of the Excise Tax Act for the purpose of filing your goods and services tax/ harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) returns.

Under the provisions of the Privacy Act, individuals have the right to protection of, and access to, their personal information. For more information about your rights, see InfoSource. This is a Government of Canada publication available in major libraries, at government information offices and from constituency offices of federal Members of Parliament.

Questions or comments about this privacy policy, or our administration of the Privacy Act may be directed to the Access to Information and Privacy Division by email at ATIPCPTG1@cra-arc.gc.ca. If you are not satisfied that we have adequately respected your privacy, you can contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner on the Internet or by calling 1-800-282-1376.