The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)'s goal is to send you a notice of assessment, as well as any refund, within:
- two weeks, when you file online
- eight weeks, when you file a paper return
- 16 weeks, when you file a non-resident return
These timelines apply to returns that are received on or before the due date.
The CRA may take longer to process your return if it is selected for a more detailed review.