How to Gain access to Your online "CRA MY Account"

 Before you begin, make sure you have the following on hand:

• Your Social Insurance Number (SIN) 
• Your current postal code 
• Your date of birth 
• Information from your tax return from the previous year

(like your total income)

Having these ready will make the setup process smooth and straightforward. 

Go to the official CRA website: CRA My Account for Individuals

and click on “CRA My Account” to begin the registration process.

 The CRA offers two ways to access your account:

1. Sign-In Partner

– Use your bank login credentials from a participating Canadian financial institution. 

1. CRA Login

– Create a new CRA user ID and password directly with the CRA.

Choose the option that works best for you. 

 If you choose CRA Login, follow these steps:

1. Click CRA Register. 
2. Fill in your personal information (SIN, date of birth, postal code). 
3. Answer the security questions using information from your previous tax return. 
4. Create your username and password. 
5. Record your security code provided by CRA for future access. 

The CRA may send a security code by mail

to your registered address. Once you receive it (usually within 5–10 business days), log back in to enter the code and fully activate your account.

 Once your account is active, you can:

• View your Notice of Assessment
• Update your direct deposit information
• Track your RRSP and TFSA contributions
• Manage tax credits and benefits

Having online access makes it easier to stay organized and on top of your taxes throughout the year.