Under Canada's Income Tax Act, non-residents of Canada may be subject to Canadian tax on certain Canadian-source incomes.
Income taxed under Part I is subject to taxation at tax rates similar to those that apply to Canadian residents. In addition to completing the taxed income, certain applicable expenses may be applied.Generally, a non-resident will only be subject to tax under Part I on the following sources of income:
Income from employment in Canada
Income from carrying out business in Canada
Taxable capital gains from the disposition of "taxable Canadian property"
A non-resident liable for tax under Part I must file the applicable Canadian tax return.
The tax rates that apply to non-resident individuals vary from 16 to 29% of their income.
In general, a non-resident will only be subject to taxation on income derived from employment in that province, or from carrying on business through a permanent establishment in that province. However, in certain cases, provincial taxes may apply to taxable capital gains earned by a non-resident.
What taxes can be refunded and how long does it take?
Income tax is the only refundable tax.
How many years back can I apply for tax refund?
You will be happy to know that you can claim tax refund from Canada for 4 years back since the date of application.
What is T4?
This is the Canadian annual statement of earnings issued after the end of the tax year
What is SIN?
Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN).The SIN is a nine-digit number that is personal and confidential. The Canadian Tax authorities use it to identify each person for income tax purposes.
The Canadian Tax Office issues a SIN card, which should be kept in a safe place. We can't organize a replacement of a SIN card, please contact your local Tax office for a replacement.
What documents do I need in order to apply for a tax refund?
T4 Statement of Remuneration
A copy of your visa if necessary
The average refund amount from Canada is 950CAD!
How long does it take to get a tax refund?
On average it may take up to 4 months to get the tax refund, from the moment your documents are received from the Tax Office.
How much is the service fee?
Price is 7% from the refunded amount.There is a minimum fee of 24 EUR
Price does not include VAT or bank charges!