GST71 – Notification of GST/HST Accounting Periods 📄

The GST71 form is required to notify the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) about your business's GST/HST accounting periods or to request approval to use fiscal months outside standard guidelines.

How to Complete GST71 🖊️

• Download the fillable PDF: Open in Acrobat Reader 10 or later.
• Print and fill manually: Standard print version is also available.
• Alternate formats: Digital audio, electronic text, braille, or large print can be requested for accessibility.

Steps to Submit Your Form 🚀

1. Download and save the PDF locally.
2. Complete the form using Acrobat Reader or by hand.
3. Submit to the CRA as instructed in the form.

Additional Guidance 💡

Businesses should maintain accurate accounting periods for proper GST/HST reporting. Non-compliance may result in penalties. For detailed guidelines on fiscal months and reporting requirements, visit the CRA GST/HST guide.

Resources & Downloads 📥

• Accessible Fillable PDF (GST71-fill-21e)
• Print PDF (GST71-21e)
• Request Alternate Formats

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