Canada’s 2025 GST/HST Credit:
New Payments & Who Qualifies
Unlock updated credit amounts for July 2025–June 2026 and learn if you’re eligible
Feeling the pinch of GST or HST on your everyday purchases?
Canada’s quarterly credit can put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket but the amounts changed this year
Here’s a concise guide to the new payment figures, eligibility rules, and handy online calculators like vatcalc.onl or hstcalculator.onl to help you estimate your credit instantly
1. What Is the GST/HST Credit?
The GST/HST Credit is a tax‑free quarterly benefit designed to help Canadians with low and modest incomes o set sales tax costs
You’re automatically considered when you file your income tax return no separate application needed if your details are up to date
2. Who Qualifies for the 2025 Credit?
Eligibility is determined by your adjusted net income (ANI), marital status, and number of children under 19
Single individuals: Your own ANI
Married/common‑law: Combined ANI (Adjusted Family Net Income, AFNI).
Children under 19: Registered for both the Canada Child Benefit and the GST/HST Credit.
Keep your personal information current with CRA to ensure accurate payments
3. New Payment Amounts (July 2025 – June 2026)
For the 2024 base year, the maximum annual credits are:
$533 for single individuals
$698 for married/common‑law couples
$184 for each child under 19
Payments taper o as AFNI rises. For a detailed sliding scale by income bracket and family size, refer to the CRA’s payment chart (e.g., $349–$533 for singles under $11,337 ANI)
Calculator Suggestion: Use vatcalc.onl to model di erent income scenarios or hstcalculator.onl if you want province-specific HST estimates
4. How to Apply & Keep Info Updated
File your income tax return each year even if you owe no tax.
Update your marital status, address, and banking info via:
My Account on Canada ca
Calling the CRA at 1‑800‑387‑1193
Use the CRA’s child and family benefits calculator for estimates, and double‑check with the o cial payment chart if you’re near an income threshold
5. Payment Dates & Quick Tips
GST/HST Credit is disbursed quarterly mark these 2025 dates:
January 3, 2025
April 4, 2025
July 4, 2025
October 3, 2025
Tip: If your income jumps unexpectedly, expect adjustments mid‑year. Plan your budget knowing payments adjust to your most recent tax info