Before you start

Before you start, we recommend that you complete the following steps:

• verify that the Business Number, name, address, and reporting period information printed on your electronic filing information sheet (Form GST34-3) or return (Form GST34-2) is correct;
• verify that you are eligible to use GST/HST TELEFILE;
• prepare your return information in Canadian funds; and,
• if you have an amount owing, find out your payment options.

How do you file your return?

Once you have completed these steps, call the toll-free telephone number using a touch-tone phone, and enter your return information when prompted by the automated messages. When you successfully file your return, you will be given a six-digit confirmation number for your records.

Access code

To use GST/HST TELEFILE, you will need the four-digit access code printed on the electronic filing information sheet (Form GST34-3) or the personalized return (Form GST34-2) that you received in the mail.

If you've misplaced your access code or didn't receive one in the mail, you can get a new code by using GST/HST Access Code Online or calling the e-Services Helpdesk.

Joint filers

If you are the coordinator of a closely related group of corporations (i.e. you have filed election GST303) and you file returns electronically, you must still send your letter of direction to your tax centre.