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B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives
Rebate program for eligible foreign representatives
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program allows eligible foreign representatives and certain diplomatic entities to claim a rebate of GST/HST or luxury tax paid in Canada. The form is used for personal or official purchases, depending on the applicant type.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- International Activities
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Filing a rebate claim for luxury tax or GST/HST paid in Canada.
- Submitting a rebate claim for personal purchases by eligible foreign representatives.
- Submitting a rebate claim for official purchases by eligible diplomatic or international entities.
Documents Needed
- Completed B503 or GST498 application form
- Copies of receipts for all claimed purchases
- Supporting invoices or cash register receipts, where applicable
- GST507 authorization form, if a third party is filing for the applicant
- Supplementary GST288 form, if more space is needed for purchase details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Foreign representatives and foreign officials.
- Diplomatic missions, consular posts, international organizations, and foreign forces units.
Who is not eligible
- Canadian diplomats posted abroad.
Eligible expenses
- Luxury tax paid on eligible purchases.
- GST/HST paid on personal purchases by foreign representatives and officials.
- GST/HST paid on official purchases by approved diplomatic entities and related bodies.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Immovable property purchased for personal use.
- Amounts already reimbursed, credited, remitted, or refunded.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed by the CRA after submission.
- Supporting receipts and documents are checked against the claim.
- Incomplete or unsigned applications may be returned.
- The claim may be subject to later audit.
Additional information
- The application must be signed by the applicant or an authorized representative.
- Original records must be kept for six years.
- Only one claim can be filed per month.
- A claim cannot include amounts already reimbursed, credited, or remitted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives?
This program allows eligible foreign representatives and certain diplomatic entities to claim a rebate of GST/HST or luxury tax paid in Canada. The form is used for personal or official purchases, depending on the applicant type.
Who is eligible for the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives program?
To be eligible for the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives program, you must:
Foreign representatives and eligible diplomatic entities only.
Claims must concern qualifying purchases made in Canada.
Application must be filed within two years.
What expenses are eligible under B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives?
Filing a rebate claim for luxury tax or GST/HST paid in Canada.
Submitting a rebate claim for personal purchases by eligible foreign representatives.
Submitting a rebate claim for official purchases by eligible diplomatic or international entities.
Who can I contact for more information about the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-959-7775.
Where is the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives available?
The B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives program is available across Canada.
Is the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives?
B503 Luxury Tax Rebate Application for Foreign Representatives is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)