How to Invoice in Nova Scotia
Sales tax rate, registration threshold, and CRA rules for invoicing in Nova Scotia — plus a worked example.
By InvoiceFlow Canada Team · Updated
Quick answer
Nova Scotia charges HST at 14% — reduced from 15% on April 1, 2025 — combining 5% federal GST with a 9% provincial portion into one line. Register for a GST/HST number once your revenue crosses $30,000 over four consecutive calendar quarters; below that, you're a CRA "small supplier" and don't charge HST.
Sales tax rate in Nova Scotia
HST 14%
Nova Scotia's HST rate changed on April 1, 2025 (from 15% to 14%) — if you're referencing older invoicing guidance or software, double-check it's been updated to the current rate.
Worked example
A $1,000.00 invoice to a customer in Nova Scotia:
- Subtotal
- $1,000.00
- HST 14%
- Tax total
- $140.00
- Total due
- $1,140.00
When you must register
You must register for a GST/HST number once your total self-employed revenue crosses $30,000over four consecutive calendar quarters — below that, you're a CRA "small supplier" and aren't required to charge tax at all. This threshold is federal and applies the same way in every province.
Try it on your next invoice
Free, no signup — set the customer's province to Nova Scotia and let tax calculate automatically.
Create your invoice