Canada Caregiver Credit Calculator
Use the dependant’s net income to screen a potential line 30425 claim before completing Schedule 5.
This screen covers an infirm spouse/common-law partner or eligible dependant age 18 or older. The person must depend on you for support.
Preliminary caregiver amount
$6,798Complete Schedule 5 for the final line 30425 claim
Approx. federal credit value
$986Using the 2025 14.5% lowest federal rate
2025 income ceiling
$28,798Maximum amount: $8,601
This is a screening estimate. Schedule 5 coordinates the caregiver amount with the spouse or eligible-dependant amount, and CRA may request medical support for the infirmity.
What this estimate includes
This route covers the adult spouse or eligible-dependant case. Lines 30450 and 30500 have different relationship and age rules.
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Questions this calculator answers
Who qualifies for the Canada caregiver amount?
You must support a spouse, common-law partner or eligible dependant who depends on you because of a physical or mental infirmity.
Does CRA require Form T2201?
Not always, but CRA may request a signed medical statement. An approved T2201 can satisfy documentation for the applicable period.