# Travailleur Autonome Impôt Moins de 30 000 $ (Québec): TP-80-V, T2125 & Petit Fournisseur

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- **Summary:** Travailleur autonome impôt moins de 30 000 $ in Québec: income tax rules on TP-80-V & T2125, the $30,000 TPS/TVQ petit fournisseur exemption, QPP & RQAP.

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# Travailleur Autonome Impôt Moins de 30 000 $ (Québec): TP-80-V, T2125 & Petit Fournisseur

**Short answer: Searching for travailleur autonome impôt moins de 30 000 in Québec uncovers the single most misunderstood rule in Canadian self-employment: the $30,000 CAD threshold only exempts you from registering for and charging TPS/TVQ (5% GST + 9.975% QST) as a *petit fournisseur* (small supplier)—it does not exempt you from income tax (*impôt sur le revenu*). Every dollar of net self-employed profit must be declared on Revenu Québec Form TP-80-V and CRA Form T2125, with QPP (*RRQ* above $3,500) and QPIP (*RQAP* above $2,000) contributions calculated on your return.**

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Whether you do freelance consulting in Montréal, residential renovation work in Laval, or part-time autonomous contracting alongside a salaried job in Québec City, understanding the exact boundary between the **$30,000 TPS/TVQ small supplier rule** and your **TP-1 / T1 income tax return** prevents costly Revenu Québec reassessments. Below is the complete bilingual breakdown verified against [Revenu Québec's Self-Employed Person Guide (IN-300-V)](https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/self-employed-persons/) and the [Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) T4002 guide](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/t4002.html). For when you cross $30,000 CAD, see our [Québec GST/QST (TPS/TVQ) & Form FPZ-500-V invoice guide](/keel/quebec-gst-qst-fpz-500-v-and-invoice-guide/) and [Québec contractor sales tax rules](/keel/quebec-sales-tax-for-contractors/).

## Does a travailleur autonome earning under $30,000 pay income tax in Québec?

Yes. The viral myth that a **travailleur autonome impôt moins de 30 000 $** pays zero tax comes from confusing **consumption taxes (TPS and TVQ)** with **income tax (*impôt sur le revenu*) and social contributions (*RRQ, RQAP, FSS*)**.

Here is what the $30,000 CAD threshold actually controls versus what is taxed from your very first dollar of net profit:

| Tax or Contribution in Québec | Threshold to Register / Pay | Rule When Gross Revenue Is Under $30,000 CAD | Statutory Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| **TPS (5% GST) & TVQ (9.975% QST)** | **$30,000 CAD** (4 consecutive quarters) | **Exempt (*Petit fournisseur*):** You do not have to register or charge 14.975% tax on invoices | Form LM-1-V / FPZ-500-V (only if registered) |
| **Québec Provincial Income Tax (*Impôt QC*)** | **$18,571 CAD** basic personal amount (2026) | Declare 100% of gross revenue & expenses; taxed on net profit above basic personal credit (or stacked on your T4/RL-1 salary) | Revenu Québec **TP-1** + **Form TP-80-V** |
| **Federal Income Tax (*Impôt fédéral CRA*)** | **$16,452 CAD** basic personal amount (2026) | Declare 100% of gross revenue & expenses; receives the 16.5% Québec abatement on federal tax | CRA **T1 General** + **Form T2125** |
| **RRQ / QPP (*Régime de rentes du Québec*)** | **$3,500 CAD** net earnings | Pay **12.8%** combined employee + employer rate on net profit above the $3,500 exemption | Schedule L (TP-1) |
| **RQAP / QPIP (*Régime québécois d'assurance parentale*)** | **$2,000 CAD** net earnings | Pay **0.878%** self-employed rate once net business income reaches $2,000 | Schedule R (TP-1) |
| **FSS (*Fonds des services de santé*)** | **$16,000+ CAD** total income | Health Services Fund contribution depends on total net income across all sources | Schedule F (TP-1) |

If you already have a full-time salaried job (for example, earning $55,000 on an RL-1 / T4 slip) and earn **$12,000 net as a travailleur autonome** on evenings and weekends, your basic personal tax credits were already used up by your employer's payroll withholding. That $12,000 of autonomous profit stacks directly on top of your $55,000 salary and is taxed at your marginal combined Québec + Federal rate (plus RRQ and RQAP if you have not hit the annual pension maximum at your day job).

## How does the $30,000 "Petit fournisseur" (Small Supplier) rule work for TPS and TVQ?

Under [Revenu Québec's small supplier rules](https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/businesses/consumption-taxes/gsthst-and-qst/registering-for-the-gst-and-the-qst/small-suppliers/), you are considered a **petit fournisseur** (small supplier) as long as your total worldwide taxable revenue (before expenses, across all businesses you operate as a sole proprietor) is **$30,000 CAD or less** in both:

1. **A single calendar quarter**, and
2. **The last four consecutive calendar quarters combined** (a rolling 12-month check at the end of every quarter, not just January to December).

While you remain under $30,000 CAD as a *petit fournisseur*:

- **Your invoices carry 0% TPS and 0% TVQ:** You bill the flat agreed amount (for example, `$850.00 CAD`) and write the mandatory clarification line at the bottom of your invoice: *"Petit fournisseur — Non inscrit aux fichiers de la TPS et de la TVQ (art. 148 LTA / art. 297 LTVQ)"* or *"Small supplier — Not registered for GST/QST"*.
- **You cannot claim CTI / RTI (*Crédits de taxe sur les intrants / Remboursements de la taxe sur les intrants*):** Because you do not collect TPS/TVQ, you do not file Form FPZ-500-V to get a separate refund of the 14.975% tax you paid on tools, software, or materials.
- **Instead, you deduct the full tax-included receipt on TP-80-V and T2125:** When you buy a $1,000 laptop that costs **$1,149.75 with TPS and TVQ**, your deductible business expense (or capital cost base) on Form TP-80-V and Form T2125 is the entire **$1,149.75**! None of that tax is lost as a deduction.

Should a freelancer or contractor under $30,000 register voluntarily for TPS/TVQ? If your clients are **other businesses** (who don't care if you add 14.975% because they claim it back as CTI/RTI) and you buy significant equipment or materials, voluntary registration lets you recover 100% of the TPS/TVQ on your business purchases. If your clients are **private individuals or homeowners** (who cannot recover TPS/TVQ), staying unregistered under $30,000 keeps your quotes 14.975% more affordable than GST/QST-registered competitors.

## How do you report autonomous income on Revenu Québec TP-80-V and CRA Form T2125?

Every Québec sole proprietor files **two separate annual income tax returns** by **June 15** (with any tax balance due by **April 30** to avoid interest):

1. **Provincial Return (Revenu Québec):** Form **TP-1-V** with **Form TP-80-V (*Revenus et dépenses d'entreprise ou de profession*)**, plus Schedule L (RRQ and FSS) and Schedule R (RQAP).
2. **Federal Return (Canada Revenue Agency):** Form **T1 General** with **Form T2125 (*Statement of Business or Professional Activities*)**. See our full [CRA Form T2125 line-by-line guide](/keel/canada-t2125-explained/).

Both forms follow the exact same accounting equation:

$$\text{Revenu brut (Gross Invoiced Sales)} - \text{Dépenses admissibles (Allowable Business Expenses)} = \text{Revenu net (Net Taxable Profit)}$$

### Deductible Expenses (*Dépenses admissibles*) for a Travailleur Autonome under $30,000

Keeping every receipt organized by date and category is the fastest way to legally reduce your taxable income on TP-80-V and T2125:

- **Direct job materials & supplies (*Matériaux et fournitures*):** 100% deductible (including the 14.975% TPS/TVQ if you are a *petit fournisseur*).
- **Home office (*Frais de bureau à domicile*):** If your home is your principal place of business (more than 50% of the time), you can deduct the workspace percentage (by square footage or rooms) of heating, electricity, home insurance, municipal/school taxes, and rent or mortgage interest (cannot create or increase a business loss).
- **Motor vehicle expenses (*Frais de véhicule à moteur*):** Deduct the business-use percentage (substantiated by a trip logbook / *registre des déplacements*) of fuel, insurance, SAAQ registration, maintenance, and leasing or depreciation. See [Canadian self-employed vehicle expenses](/keel/canada-self-employed-vehicle-expenses/).
- **Telecom, software & equipment:** Business percentage of your iPhone plan, home internet, domain hosting, trade tools, and professional liability insurance.
- **50% deduction on your RRQ/QPP employer half:** Both Revenu Québec and the CRA allow you to deduct the 50% "employer share" of your self-employed RRQ/QPP contribution directly against your taxable income.

## Worked example: Impôt travailleur autonome on $15,000 vs $28,000 net profit in Québec (2026)

Here is how much total tax and social contributions a single Québec *travailleur autonome* with **no other employment income** owes at two common profit levels under $30,000 CAD for the 2026 tax year:

| Calculation Step (2026 Rates) | Scenario A: $15,000 CAD Net Profit | Scenario B: $28,000 CAD Net Profit | Where It Is Calculated |
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gross Invoices (Petit fournisseur — $0 TPS/TVQ)** | $18,500.00 | $34,000 gross? *(Stop: >$30k triggers TPS/TVQ!)* Here: **$29,500 gross** | Client PDF Invoices |
| **Minus Allowable Expenses (incl. TPS/TVQ paid)** | −$3,500.00 | −$1,500.00 | Receipts on TP-80-V / T2125 |
| **Net Business Profit (*Revenu net d'entreprise*)** | **$15,000.00** | **$28,000.00** | TP-80-V Line 252 / T2125 Line 9946 |
| **RRQ / QPP Contribution (12.8% above $3,500)** | **$1,472.00** | **$3,136.00** | Revenu Québec Schedule L |
| **RQAP / QPIP Contribution (0.878% of net)** | **$131.70** | **$245.84** | Revenu Québec Schedule R |
| **Québec Provincial Income Tax (after $18,571 BPA)** | **$0.00** (under $18,571 basic credit) | **~$1,085.00** (14% bracket after RRQ deduction) | Revenu Québec TP-1 |
| **Federal Income Tax (after $16,452 BPA & 16.5% QC abatement)** | **$0.00** (under $16,452 basic credit) | **~$1,190.00** (14%–15% less QC abatement) | CRA T1 General |
| **Total Payable on April 30 (Tax + RRQ + RQAP)** | **~$1,603.70** (10.7% of net) | **~$5,656.84** (20.2% of net) | Revenu Québec + CRA |

Notice the crucial takeaway in Scenario A: even when a *travailleur autonome* earning **$15,000 net** owes **$0.00 in federal and provincial income tax** because of the Basic Personal Amounts ($18,571 QC / $16,452 Federal), they **still owe ~$1,603.70** on April 30 for mandatory **RRQ ($1,472)** and **RQAP ($131.70)** contributions! Setting aside **15% to 25% of every paid invoice** ensures you are never surprised at tax time.

## How does Assurance-emploi (EI Special Benefits) work for a travailleur autonome in Québec?

Many Québec freelancers search for **assurance emploi pour travailleur autonome** wondering whether they pay Federal Employment Insurance (EI) premiums or can claim regular unemployment if contracts dry up.

Here is how the rules split in Québec:

1. **No regular unemployment benefits:** As an independent *travailleur autonome*, you do not pay standard EI premiums and cannot claim regular *assurance-emploi* between client contracts.
2. **Maternity, paternity, and parental benefits are already covered by RQAP (QPIP):** Unlike self-employed workers in the rest of Canada, Québec *travailleurs autonomes* are automatically covered for maternity, paternity, parental, and adoption benefits through the mandatory **Régime québécois d'assurance parentale (RQAP)** once they earn at least $2,000 net.
3. **Optional Federal EI Special Benefits (*Prestations spéciales de l'assurance-emploi*):** You can voluntarily register with the Canada Employment Insurance Commission (Service Canada) to cover **sickness benefits (up to 26 weeks)**, **compassionate care**, and **family caregiver benefits**. Because Québec residents already have parental coverage via RQAP, Québec *travailleurs autonomes* who opt into federal EI special benefits pay a **reduced Québec EI premium rate ($1.30 per $100 of insurable earnings in 2026)**, wait 12 months after registering before making a claim, and must meet the minimum self-employed earnings threshold (~$9,200+).

## What if you are an RBQ construction contractor in Québec under $30,000?

If your autonomous work involves residential or commercial construction, renovation, plumbing, electrical, or painting in Québec, remember that tax thresholds and trade licensing thresholds are completely separate:

- Even if your first-year revenue is under $30,000 CAD (*petit fournisseur*), any construction or renovation work covered by the *Building Act* requires a valid licence from the **Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ)** (and CCQ competency cards where applicable). See our full [Québec RBQ contractor license requirements guide](/keel/quebec-contractor-license-requirements/) and [Québec contractor insurance requirements](/keel/quebec-contractor-insurance-requirements/).

## Where does Keel fit for a Québec Travailleur Autonome?

Whether you are billing under $30,000 CAD as a *petit fournisseur* or crossing the threshold into full 5% TPS + 9.975% TVQ invoicing, your entire tax life comes down to three records: **sequential CAD invoices**, **dated expense receipts**, and a **kilometre logbook** for your vehicle.

**Keel** is a native iOS and web business workspace built for solo contractors and *travailleurs autonomes* with **zero bank connection**:

- **Instant CAD Invoices (0% Petit fournisseur or 14.975% TPS/TVQ):** Generate clean PDF invoices in Canadian dollars—either with 0% tax and your *petit fournisseur* note, or with automatic 5% TPS + 9.975% TVQ lines once you register. Use the free interactive invoice maker at the top of this page.
- **Snap Receipts by Job & Category:** Photograph fuel, tool, software, and supply receipts on the spot so your Form TP-80-V and Form T2125 deductions are 100% documented.
- **Contemporaneous Kilometre Logbook:** Log business trips in kilometres to substantiate your vehicle business-use percentage for Revenu Québec and the CRA.
- **Export Your 5-Folder Tax Pack:** Hand your accountant a clean, pre-sorted folder of invoices, receipts, and mileage before the April 30 / June 15 deadline—with no monthly subscription rent.

[Download Keel on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6786659713?pt=127772795&ct=blog_vergi_quebec-impot-moins-30000&mt=8&ppid=98a08f8c-8b05-4a75-91c1-0586b49a3adf) or use the free Québec CAD Invoice Generator at the top of this page.

## Frequently asked questions

**Est-ce qu'un travailleur autonome qui gagne moins de 30 000 $ paie de l'impôt au Québec?**

Yes—earning under $30,000 CAD only exempts you from registering for and collecting 5% GST (TPS) and 9.975% QST (TVQ) as a *petit fournisseur* (small supplier). You must still report 100% of your gross autonomous income and deductible business expenses on Revenu Québec Form TP-80-V and CRA Form T2125, and pay QPP (RRQ above $3,500 net), QPIP (RQAP above $2,000 net), and income tax if your total income exceeds the basic personal amounts.

**How much money should a Québec travailleur autonome set aside for impôt and RRQ?**

If self-employment is your only income and your net profit is under $30,000 CAD, setting aside **18% to 22%** of every paid invoice covers your 12.8% RRQ (QPP), 0.878% RQAP (QPIP), and initial provincial/federal income tax bands. If you also work a salaried T4/RL-1 job, set aside **30% to 40%** of your autonomous profit because your basic personal tax credits are already used by your salary.

**What must I write on my invoice if I am a petit fournisseur under $30,000 in Québec?**

Include your full legal or registered enterprise name (NEQ if registered with the *Registraire des entreprises*), client details, sequential invoice number, itemized service description, and total in CAD with `$0.00` tax. Add a footer note stating *"Petit fournisseur — Non inscrit aux fichiers de la TPS et de la TVQ"* so commercial clients know why no RT/TQ numbers appear.

**Can I deduct expenses with TPS and TVQ included if I earn under $30,000?**

Yes. Because a non-registered *petit fournisseur* cannot claim separate Input Tax Credits (CTI) or Input Tax Refunds (RTI) on Form FPZ-500-V, Revenu Québec and the CRA allow you to deduct the **entire tax-included amount** (pre-tax cost plus the 5% TPS and 9.975% TVQ you paid at the store) as a business expense on Form TP-80-V and Form T2125.

**When is the tax filing and payment deadline for a travailleur autonome in Québec?**

Self-employed individuals in Québec (and their spouses) have until **June 15** to file both their Revenu Québec TP-1 return (with Form TP-80-V) and their federal CRA T1 return (with Form T2125). However, any balance of income tax, RRQ, RQAP, or FSS owing must still be paid on or before **April 30** to avoid daily compound interest charges.

**What happens on the exact day my autonomous revenue crosses $30,000 CAD?**

If you exceed $30,000 CAD within a single calendar quarter, you cease to be a small supplier immediately on the very invoice that crosses $30,000 and must charge 5% TPS + 9.975% TVQ on that invoice. If you exceed $30,000 CAD cumulatively over four consecutive quarters, you must register with Revenu Québec within 29 days of the end of the month following that quarter.

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*This article provides general tax and business information verified against Revenu Québec and CRA publications for the 2026 tax year and does not constitute personalized legal or accounting advice.*