Frequently asked questions about direct deposit
You can get more information about Government of Canada payments by direct deposit by going to Questions on direct deposit. For direct deposit information specific to the Canada Revenue Agency, see the questions and answers below.
Signing up for direct deposit – individuals
Does the CRA offer direct deposit to bank accounts outside of Canada?
No, the CRA does not currently issue payments to bank accounts outside of Canada. If you have a Canadian bank account, please refer to direct deposit main page.
How do you find your account information?
Your account information is on your personal cheques or online banking portal. If you can't find the information, contact your financial institution.
How can you update your account information?
You can update your account information:
- through your Canadian financial institution,
- through CRA’s MyAccount,
- through MyCRA on mobile,
- or by calling 1-800-959-8281.
More information about those options is available on the Direct Deposit main page.
Receiving payments
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