CRA's review and decision

On this page

• CRA's review of your application
• CRA's decision about your application
• Disagreeing with the CRA's decision

CRA's review of your application

After your application for the DTC is received, the CRA assesses it to determine if you are eligible. CRA's decision is based on the information given by the medical practitioner.

How long it will take

The CRA aims to process your application and send you a notice of determination in a timely manner. It may take longer if information is missing. To view the status of your application, sign up for a CRA account and use the progress tracker OR Check CRA processing times to see average processing times.

We will respond in writing once a decision has been made.

If you send your application with your tax return, the CRA will review your application before assessing your income tax return.

Check the status of your application in your CRA account

You can view the status of your application using the progress tracker in your CRA account.

Learn about Progress Tracker

If the CRA needs more information

In some cases, the CRA may send the medical practitioner a letter asking for more information, such as documents to support your application. The letter will contain a reference number and instructions on what to do.

CRA's decision about your application

The CRA will send you a notice of determination by mail to inform you of the decision.

If your application is approved

If your notice of determination says your application is approved, you may claim the DTC on your income tax return.

Your notice of determination will show which year(s) you are eligible for the DTC. You don't need to re-apply every year unless the CRA asks you to submit a new application.

Being eligible for the DTC may help you access other federal programs such as:

• Registered disability savings plan
• Canada workers benefit disability supplement
• Child disability benefit
• Canada disability benefit

Some approved DTC applications expire after a certain number of years and you will have to re-apply. When your eligibility is about to expire, the CRA will notify you 1 year in advance, as well as in the year it expires.

You can view your DTC information in CRA My Account.

You must inform the CRA in writing if your medical condition improves to the point that you no longer meet the criteria for the DTC.

If your application is denied

If your DTC application is denied, your notice of determination will explain why.

Check your copy of your application, Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate, against the reason(s) given. The CRA's decision is based on the information given by the medical practitioner.

If you are not eligible for the DTC, other tax deductions and credits may still be available to you.

For details: Disability deductions and credits

Disagreeing with the CRA's decision

If you disagree with the CRA's decision, you still have options: