CRA My Account is your personal portal to check your tax return status, view assessment notices, and monitor your refund in real time. You can log in using your Social Insurance Number (SIN), online banking credentials, or a CRA user ID and password. Once inside, you'll see your filing status, notice of assessment, and any refunds or amounts owing within minutes of the CRA processing your return, rather than waiting for mail. CRA My Account gives you instant access to important tax information that would normally take weeks to arrive by mail. Check your notice of assessment and previous years' assessments View your tax filing status and processing updates Confirm your mailing address and personal information Review your RRSP contribution room and deduction limit Track your TFSA contribution room and transaction history Monitor your Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments View any payment amounts owing or refunds due Download tax documents and receipts Update your direct deposit information for faster refunds Setting up your account takes just a few minutes. You'll need your SIN and a way to prove your identity.
Online-filed returns typically appear in CRA My Account within 2-4 weeks of submission. Paper returns take longer, usually 8-12 weeks. Once the CRA processes your return, you'll see your notice of assessment and refund details immediately in your account.
Yes, you can access CRA My Account on mobile devices using the same login credentials. The mobile experience works best through online banking login or the CRA's official website, though some features may display better on larger screens.
Click the 'Forgot your user ID or password?' link on the CRA login page. You'll be guided through a recovery process that verifies your identity using security questions or personal information. You can also reset your password by logging in through your online banking instead.
No. Only you can access your account with your login credentials. If an accountant or representative needs to view your tax information, you can authorize them separately through a Power of Attorney or representative authorization, which the CRA can help set up.
Yes, CRA My Account displays Canada Child Benefit payments, GST/HST credits, and other federal benefits you receive. You can view payment dates, amounts, and any changes to your benefit eligibility directly in the account.