Ways to file your return
Ways to file your return
NETFILE
Use the CRA's secure service to complete and file your return electronically using certified tax preparation software or a web application. Go to canada.ca/netfile for a list of software and applications, including some that are free.
Note
Your personal information, such as your name, date of
birth, and address, must be up to date before using this
service. To update your information, go to
canada.ca/cra-change-address.
EFILE
EFILE is a secure CRA service that lets authorized service providers, including discounters, complete and file your return electronically. For more information, go to canada.ca/efile-individuals.
Auto-fill my return
This is a secure CRA service that allows you or your authorized representative to automatically fill in parts of an income tax and benefit return with information that the CRA has available at the time of the request.
You must be registered for My Account and use NETFILEcertified software or your representative must be registered for Represent a Client and use EFILE-certified software.
For more information, go to canada.ca/auto-fill-my-return.
SimpleFile by Phone (automated phone service)
This is a free, secure, and easy to use CRA service available to eligible individuals who have a lower or fixed income and simple tax situation that stay the same from year to year.
Individuals will receive an invitation letter by mail or email notification through My Account. The invitation provides the information you need to use this service. You will be asked to verify some personal information and answer a series of short questions using the keypad on your phone. There are no forms to fill out or calculations to do. You do not need to speak to an agent to use this service.
File a paper return
Complete and file the return included in the tax package. If you need a paper version of other forms and publications, go to canada.ca/cra-forms-publications or call 1-800-959-8281.
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