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Out-of-Province Purchases
British Columbia's Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is a seven per cent consumption and use tax applied to most retail goods, both new and used, bought in the province. It also applies to goods that are bought outside the province and brought back for use in British Columbia. There are exemptions to the PST on the purchase of some goods, including food and children's clothing.
In British Columbia, retailers charge PST when goods are purchased. B.C. residents must also pay PST on most goods that are purchased in another Canadian province and are carried or shipped into B.C. for use. The PST on these purchases is due when the goods arrive in B.C.
PST is a major source of revenue for the government of British Columbia. Last year, it generated over $4 billion in provincial revenue, which the province uses to fund important public services including health care, education and transportation. A significant portion of that revenue is collected on goods and services purchased outside B.C.
We are now making it easier for you to pay PST on your out-of-province purchases. On this website, you will find a downloadable form that calculates the PST for you. There are step-by-step instructions on making your payment, contacts for further information, and frequently asked questions.
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