By mail – File your GST/HST return
To file a paper return, you can either mail your GST/HST return to the address on your return, or bring your paper return to a participating financial institution.
What you can file by mail
All GST/HST returns and forms can be sent by mail to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). However, most returns must be filed electronically in order to avoid a penalty.
Mandatory electronic filing
Only charities, selected listed financial institutions, and registrants with an approved exemption can file by mail without a penalty.
Refer to: Mandatory electronic filing
To file electronically instead of filing by mail, choose another filing method that works for you.
Get a GST/HST return form
You do not need a return form if you are filing electronically. However, to help you calculate and complete your taxes, you can download a working copy of the GST/HST return (PDF, 116 KB). Do not mail us your working copy.
Request a new GST/HST return form
Each GST/HST return is personalized to you. You cannot download a blank return outside of your online CRA account.
To request a paper GST/HST return (Form GST34-2 or GST62), you can either:
If you normally file by mail, the CRA will automatically mail you a personalized Form GST34-2 return package that includes:
- An information sheet with your reporting periods and due dates
- An access code for filing your returns electronically outside of your CRA account
- Remittance vouchers to use if you make your payments at your financial institution
Where to send your return
Mail your GST/HST return to the address printed on your return.
You may need to mail us supporting documents or other GST/HST rebate applications or elections forms.
Refer to: Find a CRA mailing address
Filing in person at a financial institution
Most GST/HST registrants who file on paper can bring their return to a participating financial institution to file it.
You cannot file in person at a participating financial institution if you are doing any of the following:
- Claiming a refund
- Filing a nil return
- Offsetting the amount owing on your return with a rebate or refund
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