Form RC552 is used to authorize a representative to manage the tax affairs of a deceased individual with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). This form is necessary when the deceased has not appointed an executor, allowing the representative to handle tax obligations and communications with the CRA.

The person seeking to be recognized as the legal representative of the deceased individual for tax purposes is responsible for completing this form.

You need to provide the deceased's full name, social insurance number, address at death, and date of birth.

Yes, to access the taxpayer's account online, you must register for Represent a Client on the CRA website.

Yes, if there are several representatives, each must submit their own Form RC552.