What happens if you use a fake SIN number?

Your SIN (social insurance number) is confidential and it’s important to protect it from fraudulent use. If your SIN is used to work illegally, the Canada Revenue Agency could expect you to pay tax on income you did not receive.

Can you legally work in Canada without a SIN?

Every person working in Canada must have a SIN . If a new employee does not have a SIN , but is eligible to work in Canada, the employer should tell the employee to apply for a SIN at one of our Service Canada Centres—it’s fast, simple and secure.

Can employers check your SIN number?

Since it is not against the law to ask for an individual’s SIN , many private sector organizations do request your SIN . Businesses might ask for your SIN as identification or to check your credit rating. Your SIN is confidential and your SIN card is not a piece of identification.

Can I work on someone else’s SIN number?

The Social Insurance Number is a nine-digit number that allows people to work in Canada, or have access to government programs. It is used for identity purposes, and it is illegal for someone to use someone else’s number. Employers need access to their employees’ SIN after they are hired.

How can I check my SIN record?

You can confirm the SIN of a current or former employee by contacting Service Canada at 1-866-274-6627. If calling from outside Canada, dial 506-548-7961 (long distance charges apply).

How do I know if my social insurance number is being used?

Call Canada’s 2 national credit bureaus.

1. Equifax: 1-800-465-7166.
2. TransUnion: 1-800-663-9980 (for residents of Quebec: 1-877-713-3393)

What happens if you work illegally in Canada?

Employers who illegally employ foreign nationals are liable to fines of up to $50,000, and employees who knowingly participate in the illegal hiring are liable to terms of imprisonment of up to two years. Foreign nationals who are illegally employed in Canada can be arrested and deported from Canada.

Can I get paid without a SIN number?

An employer cannot pay you if you do not have a SIN. The law in Canada says that your employer has to ask you for your SIN within 3 days after you start a job.

How do I verify a SIN number?

How long does a SIN number last?

There is no fee to apply for a SIN. SINs that begin with a “9” are issued to temporary workers who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents. The use of these SINs is temporary and are valid only until the expiry date indicated on the immigration document authorizing them to work in Canada.

Can I change my SIN number?

You can ask for a new SIN only if you can prove that your SIN was used fraudulently. However, getting a new SIN will not necessarily protect you from fraud or identity theft.

What if my SIN number is stolen?

Call Service Canada at 1-800-206-7218 if your SIN card has been lost or stolen, or you believe someone is using it. Call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. If your debit or credit card is lost or stolen, call the card issuer as soon as you notice the card is missing.

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