Compliance Service
Non-Resident GST/HST Registration and Filing
If you sell goods stored in Canada or digital services to Canadian consumers, you are required to register for GST/HST. We handle registration, filing, and ongoing compliance.
Since 2015
Non-Resident GST Specialists
500+
Registrations Filed
100%
E-Commerce Focus
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Who Needs to Register
GST/HST registration requirements for non-residents
If your inventory is stored in Canada (Amazon FBA warehouses, 3PL fulfillment centres), you are considered to be "carrying on business in Canada" and must register for GST/HST once you exceed $30,000 in Canadian taxable supplies. Even if you haven't hit that number yet, or you're brand new to selling in Canada, it's worth registering right away. Without registration, you can't claim back the GST/HST you're already paying on Amazon fees, imports, and other expenses.
- Non-resident businesses selling goods stored in Canada (FBA, 3PL)
- Digital service providers selling to Canadian consumers
- Non-resident businesses importing goods into Canada
- Companies exceeding $30,000 in Canadian taxable supplies
- Voluntary registration (below threshold) to claim input tax credits
What We Handle
Complete GST/HST compliance for non-residents
- GST/HST registration with CRA (BN number application)
- Determining your filing frequency (monthly, quarterly, annual)
- Preparing and filing GST/HST returns
- Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims to recover GST paid on business expenses
- CRA correspondence and audit support
- Provincial sales tax (PST/QST) where applicable
- Coordination with CBSA record custody for complete compliance
Why Non-Residents Choose Us
We simplify Canadian tax compliance
GST/HST compliance for non-residents involves unfamiliar tax systems, coordination with CBSA requirements, and communication with Canadian government agencies. We handle all of it on your behalf.
We're sellers ourselves. We understand how Amazon.ca works, which reports to pull, and where the CRA focuses its attention on non-resident filers. You're not getting a generalist who has to Google how FBA works.
- Clear, documented email communication built for international clients
- Complete compliance solution: GST/HST filing paired with CBSA record custody
- We act as your authorized representative with CRA
- No Canadian bank account required
- Voluntary disclosure assistance if you have unfiled obligations
How It Works
Five steps to GST/HST compliance
- You tell us about your business: where you're based, how you import to Canada, and how long you've been selling on Amazon.ca. We determine exactly what you need.
- We handle the registration: we complete the full CRA application and handle all their follow-up calls directly. You don't deal with the CRA.
- Amazon tax setup: once approved, we help you configure your Amazon account sales tax settings, including individual SKU-level tax codes. We provide PDF guides walking you through it.
- Ongoing filing: we prepare and file your GST/HST returns on schedule and make sure you claim every eligible input tax credit.
- CRA support: we handle all CRA correspondence, audit requests, and compliance questions on your behalf as your authorized representative.
$499
One-time GST/HST registration (USD). Full CRA application, follow-up calls, Amazon tax setup, and SKU-level configuration.
Rob & Marsha Cosman, CPANon-resident GST/HST specialists since 2015. Your authorized CRA representative.
Transparent Pricing
Simple pricing in USD
No hidden fees, no surprises. You know what it costs before we start.
GST/HST Registration
$499 USD
One-time. Full registration and Amazon setup.
- Complete CRA application and filing
- All CRA follow-up calls handled
- Amazon sales tax configuration
- SKU-level tax code setup
- PDF guides for ongoing compliance
- CRA authorized representative
Ongoing Filing
From $199 USD
Per filing period
- Annual filing: $450 USD
- Quarterly filing: $349 USD per filing
- Monthly filing: $199 USD per filing
- Input tax credit (ITC) recovery
- NARF and provincial tax exclusions
- CRA correspondence and audit support
CBSA record custody available as add-on for non-North American businesses.
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Client Results
What our clients say
★★★★★
"Rob and Marsha have been providing tax services for my companies and family for over 4 years. Highly recommend!"
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Calvin Parker
Corporate & Personal Client
★★★★★
"What used to take me 6+ hours to piece together, they handle in about an hour. Incredible team."
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Mehdi Tihani
Amazon Seller
★★★★★
"They took care of everything - corporate tax, personal tax, GST filing. I just focus on selling now."
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Amanda R.
Shopify Seller
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about GST/HST for non-residents
The federal GST rate is 5%, plus provincial HST that varies by province. Ontario charges 13%, and Atlantic provinces charge 15%. Some provinces have separate provincial sales tax (PST) systems instead of HST.
No. The CRA can issue refunds by cheque to your foreign address. Having a Canadian bank account speeds up processing, but it's not required.
We can help with voluntary disclosure to CRA to minimize penalties and interest. The sooner you come forward, the better the outcome.
Yes. Registered businesses can claim Input Tax Credits (ITCs) on eligible business expenses in Canada. The biggest source of refunds we see is Amazon seller fees. They charge GST/HST on every commission, FBA fee, and storage charge.
You're not required to until you cross the threshold, but we recommend registering right away. Once registered, you can start claiming back the GST/HST you're paying on Amazon seller fees, import duties, and 3PL expenses. Without registration, that money is gone.
No. If you sell using Amazon's North America Remote Fulfillment (NARF) program, Amazon is responsible for collecting and remitting the sales tax, not you. We make sure NARF sales are excluded from your filings so you're not overpaying.
The CRA typically takes several weeks to process registrations depending on their workload. We handle the application and all follow-up calls so you don't have to deal with them directly. The sooner we get started, the sooner you're approved.
If your freight company is acting as importer of record, you may not be able to claim back the GST on those shipments. We can review your setup and advise on the best approach.
Amazon collects and remits GST/HST on marketplace sales, but you still need to be registered and file returns to stay compliant. Registration also allows you to claim Input Tax Credits on your Canadian business expenses.
Sell into Canada with full compliance
We handle your Canadian tax obligations from registration through ongoing filing, so you can focus on growing your sales.