GST and QST Invoice in Quebec: How to Do It

Learn how to apply GST and QST on your invoices with a simple example.

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How to invoice GST and QST in Quebec

If you're self-employed or running a small business in Quebec, you may need to add taxes to your invoices.

The two main taxes are:

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax): 5%
  • QST (Quebec Sales Tax): 9.975%

This guide explains when to apply them, how to calculate them, and how to create a compliant invoice.

When do you need to charge GST and QST?

You generally need to charge GST and QST if you are registered for taxes.

As a general rule:

  • If you earn more than $30,000 per year, registration is required
  • Below that, registration is optional

👉 If you're not registered, you should not charge taxes.

Official source (CRA): canada.ca

How to calculate GST and QST

Taxes are calculated on the subtotal (before taxes).

Subtotal: $1,000

GST (5%): $50

QST (9.975%): $99.75

Total: $1,149.75

👉 Good news: our invoice generator calculates everything automatically.

Example of an invoice with GST and QST

A proper Quebec invoice should include:

  • Your business information
  • Client information
  • Description of services or products
  • Subtotal
  • Taxes (GST and QST shown separately)
  • Total amount
  • Your tax numbers (if registered)

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From

Bill to

Items

$150.00

General

Total

Subtotal

$150.00

Tax

GST/HST/QST

Total

$171.00

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GST and QST numbers

If you are registered, you must include your tax numbers on your invoices:

  • GST number
  • QST number

These are provided when you register with the government.

Official source (Revenu Quebec): revenuquebec.ca

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