Retiring in another country might be a dream for many Canadians and retiring in Canada might be a dream for many foreigners. But when it comes to retirement, people always think of their pensions and now if someone wants to retire in Canada or a Canadian wants to retire in another country then the question arises of pensions. Do Canadians still qualify for pensions if they live outside Canada? So, the Answer is fully Yes and it’s because of the CRA Social Security Agreement 2025. Canadians who want to live or who plan to live in another country after retirement can still get their pension payments such as CPP, OAS with the survivors and children benefits.
CRA Social Security Agreement 2025
The CRA Social Security Agreement 2025 is a treaty signed between Canada and other countries that allows people to combine their contributions and work history of both countries and qualify for the pension benefits. This agreement is helpful for those who have worked in Canada and other countries, who have contributed to both countries’ systems and who want to get their pension after moving out of Canada. The CRA along with the ESDC and Service Canada manages this program and as of now, Canada has this formal agreement over 60 countries including US, India, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Mexico, France, Netherland.
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Canada Social Security Agreement 2025 – Quick Facts
| Post Title | CRA Social Security Agreement 2025 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Country Name | Canada |
| Agreement Name | Social Security Agreement |
| What is it? | A formal Agreement Between Canada and other countries to coordinate pension benefits |
| Who Qualifies? | People who have lived and worked in both countries |
| Benefits Offered in Canada | CPP / OAS / Disability / Survivors / Children Benefits |
| Countries Covered | Over 60 Countries including US, India, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Mexico, France, Netherland |
| Application Process | Check Countries, Check out benefits eligibility, Download forms, Fill it with supporting documents, Send it |
| Payment Dates | Same Dates on OAS & CPP Issued in Canada |
| Payment Mode | Direct Deposit in local currency of that country |
| Administered By | CRA, Service Canada and ESDC |
| Category of the Post | Finance |
| Official Web Portal | www.canada.ca |
How To Receive Canadian Pension While Living Abroad?
Canada allows both CPP and Old age security to be paid to people living in other countries. But the rules depend on which country the pensioners want to live in and whether that country has an agreement with Canada.
Step 1: Check whether the Country you want to live in has a Social Security Agreement with Canada: The CRA provides a list of 60+ Countries that have agreements with Canada. If the country that the pensioner wants to live in does not have an agreement with Canada then the pensioner may get the OAS and CPP but that has stricter rules.
Step 2: Check out the Pension Benefits Eligibility: Pensioners must select the country they want to apply benefits for and there they need to check the eligibility of both Canadian and other country pension benefits.
Step 3: Make an Application: If a pensioner qualifies then they must see the relevant application or agreement form and fill it and attach required documents. Based on the country process, send out that application. It can be mailed, filled online based on country rules.
Important Note: Before application, pensioners need tax returns and NR4 Tax information slips.
Key Resources: Social Security Agreement 2025
| Official CRA Web Portal | canada.ca |
| Social Security Agreement – Direct official Info Link | Link Here |
| Apply For Pensions Outside Canada? | Link Here |
| Download International Social Security Agreements Forms | Link Here |
| Need Help? Connect At | 1-800-454-8731 / TTY: 1-800-255-4786 from Canada and US 1-613-957-1954 from other countries |
| Need Help? Mail at | International Operations Service Canada Ottawa ON K1A 0L4 CANADA |
FAQ Related To CRA Social Security Agreement 2025
Yes, the CPP Pension can be paid in any country even without a Social Security Agreement.
Yes, if pensioners qualify for pensions from both countries then they can get both.
Yes, the pensioners spouse or children also qualifies for the benefits abroad under the International Social Security Agreement.
Pensioners can get full info on CRA Social Security Agreement 2025 via Canada.ca portal.
As of now, Canada has signed agreements with over 60 countries including US, India, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Mexico, France, Netherland.
