The CRA is Canada federal tax authority. Common reasons to call from abroad include tax filing questions, residency status, T4 slips, GST/HST credits, and Canada Child Benefit inquiries for expats.
Dial 1-800-959-8281 (toll-free within Canada)
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Call early in the morning (8:00 AM local time) for shortest waits
Have your Social Insurance Number (SIN) and tax documents ready
Avoid calling during tax season (February–April) when possible
Use CRA online services (My Account) for most queries
Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00–9:00 AM Eastern Time
CRA My Account online — tax filing, refund status, benefit applications
CRA mobile app (CRA BizApp for business)
Canadian embassy or consulate for tax assistance abroad
Yes. From abroad, call +1 613-940-8495. The 1-800 toll-free number only works within Canada and the US. International calling rates apply.
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Have your Social Insurance Number (SIN), tax return information, and any relevant notice of assessment numbers. The CRA will verify your identity before discussing your account.
Call Tuesday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM Eastern Time. Avoid Mondays and the tax season months (February–April) when wait times are longest.
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Yes. The CRA offers My Account online, the CRA BizApp mobile app, and automated phone services. You can also visit a Canadian embassy or consulate for assistance.
United States
The IRS is the US government agency responsible for tax collection and tax enforcement. US citizens and residents living abroad often need to contact the IRS for tax filing questions, stimulus payments, refund status, and identity verification.
United Kingdom
HMRC is the UK government department responsible for tax collection, including income tax, corporation tax, and VAT. UK expats and non-residents often need to contact HMRC for self-assessment queries, tax residency status, and National Insurance contributions.
Australia
The ATO is Australia tax authority. Common reasons to call from abroad include tax file number queries, tax residency status, superannuation, and lodging tax returns while living overseas.
United Kingdom
HMRC Self Assessment handles tax returns for self-employed individuals, landlords, and those with complex tax affairs. British expats often need to contact this office for self assessment registration, tax return queries, and foreign income declarations while living abroad.