GST and QST Invoice in Quebec: How to Do It
Learn how to apply GST and QST on your invoices with a simple example.
Create an invoice with GST/QSTHow 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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Open generatorGST 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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