As of now, there is no officially confirmed “Extra GST/HST Payment” scheduled for 2025. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) continues to provide the regular GST/HST credit, a tax-free quarterly payment designed to assist individuals and families with low and modest incomes in offsetting the GST or HST they pay.
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Here’s everything you need to know about the GST/HST payment 2025, including who qualifies, how much to expect, and when the money will arrive.
Eligibility for GST/HST Payment 2025
To qualify for the regular and extra GST/HST payment 2025, you must meet all the following conditions:
- Be a Canadian resident for income tax purposes.
- Be at least 19 years old, or have (or had) a spouse or common-law partner, or be a parent and live (or previously lived) with your child.
- File a 2023 income tax return, even if you earned little or no income.
- Meet the income threshold based on your adjusted family net income.
- Have an eligible marital and family status (i.e., single, married, or with dependent children).
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How Much Will You Get in the GST/HST Payment July 2025?
For the benefit period from July 2024 to June 2025, based on your 2023 tax return, the maximum annual GST/HST credit amounts are:
- $519 for a single individual
- $680 for married or common-law couples
- $179 per child under 19
The GST/HST payment 2025 will be calculated based on these amounts and your income. Those with the lowest incomes will receive the largest payments. The one-time top-up may be equal to an additional quarterly payment, depending on the government’s announced amount for the year.
Provincial and Territorial Supplements
Some provinces and territories offer additional credits that may be included with your GST/HST credit payments. For example:
- Nunavut: A family of four can receive up to $100 extra in their GST payment this quarter.
- Prince Edward Island: A family of two or more could receive up to $55 this quarter.
- Saskatchewan: A family of four could receive up to $277.50 per quarter.
These provincial credits are automatically included in your quarterly GST/HST credit payments if you are eligible
GST/HST Payment 2025 Dates
GST/HST payments are issued quarterly. The extra GST/HST payment 2025 may arrive on one of the scheduled dates. For 2025, the scheduled GST/HST payment dates are:
- January 3, 2025
- April 4, 2025
- July 4, 2025
- October 3, 2025
Note: If your total annual GST/HST credit is under $50, you may receive a single lump-sum payment rather than quarterly installments.
How to Receive the GST/HST Payment 2025
You do not need to apply separately for the extra GST/HST payment 2025. If you’re eligible and have filed your 2023 tax return, you will automatically be considered. To ensure you receive the payment:
- File your taxes every year, even with no income.
- Update your personal information, including your marital status and address.
- Set up direct deposit to get your payment faster.
Final Thoughts
The extra GST/HST payment 2025 is a valuable benefit that helps ease the financial burden for many Canadians. Whether you’re single, a family, or a senior on a fixed income, this tax-free payment provides additional relief just when it’s needed most.
If you think you’re eligible and haven’t received your GST/HST credit or the extra payment, make sure your tax return has been filed and your information is up to date.
By doing so, you’ll ensure that you don’t miss out on the support you may be entitled to.