When delivering for Uber Eats, is it at all necessary to register for a GST/HST account? I was advised at the Uber office that they do not recommend doing so

[TurboTaxSusan · Accepted solution]

Uber ride share drivers must register for GST/HST because they collect GST/HST from their customers. With Uber Eats, Uber collects the GST/HST, so drivers are not required to register for a GST/HST account. 

[rosysilk1234]

https://turbotax.intuit.ca/tips/gst-hst-reporting-requirements-for-food-delivery-services-11950

[TurboTaxGinette]

As indicated in our TurboTax article: GST/HST Reporting Requirements For Food Delivery Services: If your total income, before deducting expenses, is less than $30,000, you will be referred to as a small supplier, and you are not required to register for a business number or GST/HST account.  Once the income passes the $30,000, the driver has to register for a GST/HST (QST in Quebec) account even for zero-rated supplies.

As previously indicated if Uber is collecting the GST for you, then you do not need to register for a GST/HST account.

Please read all information supplied to make an informed decision. 

For more information please contact the Canada Revenue Agency: Individual tax enquiries line

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[nana segu]

Hi @TurboTaxGinette 

by total income being less than $30,000 , do you mean the income the driver is getting from just UberEat or the income he gets from UberEat plus any income he is getting from a 2nd job (In my case). Thank you

[TurboTaxSusan]

@nana segu It would be your income from any self-employment you have.