how much BAP amount I should claim

[emily52]

My wife and I came to Canada from U.S on August  1st.
I had income of $60k in U.S from January to July; and had income of $40k in Canada from August to December.
My wife didn't have any income either in U.S or in Canada.

Does my wife meet 90% rule and can she transfer full BPA amount to me?

[sgarg15]

Hello 🙂 great question!!

The basic personal amount (BPA) is a non-refundable tax credit that can be claimed by all individuals. The purpose of the BPA is to provide a full reduction from federal income tax to all individuals with taxable income below the BPA. It also provides a partial reduction to taxpayers with taxable income above the BPA. A non-refundable tax credit reduces what you may owe. However, if your total non-refundable tax credits are more than what you owe, you will not get a refund for the difference. 

Please reach out if have more questions

[emily52]

Thanks for your help.

So could my wife transfer her BPA to me of full amount of $14,398

or limited by my BPA amount of 14398 * 153/365 days?

[TurboTaxGinette]

To clarify, your wife is not required to complete a tax return as she had no income prior or after entering Canada, therefore, she cannot receive the Basic Personal Amount (BPA) and/or transfer the amount to you. You met the 90% rule with your income but your wife not having any income did not meet the 90% rule. 

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