How to Register for CRA's My Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
CRA My Account is a secure online portal provided by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) that gives you convenient access to your personal tax and benefit information. With a CRA My Account, you can file your taxes, track refunds, view notices of assessment, update personal details, manage benefit payments, and apply for certain programs—all in one place.
We’ve put together a simplified guide that walks you through the key steps to register for CRA My Account so you can start managing your tax and benefit information online.
- Gather Your Information:
- Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Date of birth
- Postal code
- Information from your most recent tax return
- Choose a Registration Method:
- CRA User ID and Password: Create a unique CRA account directly.
- Sign-In Partner: Use your existing online banking credentials from a participating financial institution.
- Provincial Partner: Available if you are in British Columbia or Alberta.
- Register Online:
- Go to the CRA My Account registration page
- Select your preferred registration method and follow the prompts to enter your information.
- Verify Your Identity:
- You may need to provide details from your recent tax return to confirm your identity.
- Receive Your Security Code:
- CRA will mail you a security code within 5-10 business days.
- Once you receive it, log in to your account and enter the code to complete your registration.
- Access Your Account:
- After entering the security code, you can access your CRA My Account and manage your tax information online.
If you run into any issues during the registration process, the CRA website offers detailed instructions and support. You can also reach out to your representative at Empire CPA—we’re happy to help guide you through it.