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Disability Tax Credit Certificate
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Form T2201 in short
Form T2201 is the application for the disability tax credit (DTC), a non-refundable tax credit for people with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions, or their supporting family member. The person with the impairment fills out Part A, and a medical practitioner fills out and certifies Part B. The CRA then decides eligibility and sends a notice of determination.
| Issued by | Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2023 version (checked 2026-10-25) |
| Who fills it in | The person with the impairment or their legal representative (or legal guardian if the person is under 18) fills out and signs Part A. A medical practitioner fills out Part B. The CRA lists who can certify: a medical doctor or nurse practitioner for all impairments, an optometrist for vision, an audiologist for hearing, an occupational therapist for walking, feeding and dressing, a physiotherapist for walking, a psychologist for mental functions, and a speech-language pathologist for speaking. |
| Who receives it | The Canada Revenue Agency. |
| Where to send it | Paper form: mail it to the tax centre closest to you. The form lists Winnipeg Tax Centre (Post Office Box 14000, Station Main, Winnipeg MB R3C 3M2), Sudbury Tax Centre (Post Office Box 20000, Station A, Sudbury ON P3A 5C1) and Jonquière Tax Centre (2251 René-Lévesque Blvd, Jonquière QC G7S 5J2). Digital form: Part A in your CRA account or by phone, and Part B through the digital application for medical practitioners. Since July 14, 2026 the CRA does not accept DTC applications through the 'submit documents' service. |
| Deadline | No deadline. You can apply at any time of year. The CRA suggests sending it before you file your tax return, because an application sent with the return may delay your assessment. |
| Fee | The CRA charges no fee. The form says you are responsible for any fees the medical practitioner charges, and you may be able to claim them as medical expenses on line 33099 or 33199. |
| Official links | Official page · Official PDF · Official instructions |
What changed
The current form is the 2023 version (T2201 E (23)). The CRA says that as of September 8, 2026, applications on versions from before 2023 are no longer accepted. From July 14, 2026, DTC applications can no longer be sent through the 'submit documents' section of a CRA account; use the digital form or mail.
How to fill out Form T2201, line by line
| Part A, question 1 | About the person with the disability First and last name, social insurance number, mailing address and date of birth. The CRA says all fields must be filled in or the application may be returned. |
| Part A, question 2 | Person intending to claim the disability amount Only if a supporting family member will claim the credit. Their name, relationship, SIN, whether the person lives with them, which basic necessities (food, shelter, clothing) they provided and for which years, and details of the support. They sign this section. |
| Part A, question 3 | Previous tax return adjustments Whether you want the CRA to apply the credit to earlier years' returns if you are approved. If someone else, or more than one person, is claiming, the form says to send Form T1-ADJ or a letter for each year instead. |
| Part A, question 4 | Individual's authorization (mandatory) Signature, telephone number and date of the person with the disability or their legal representative. The form says the CRA will not process it without this signature. Signing also lets your medical practitioner give the CRA information from their records. |
| Part B, impairment sections | Vision, speaking, hearing, walking, eliminating, feeding, dressing, mental functions The medical practitioner fills out only the sections that apply, initials their professional designation, and describes conditions, treatment and how the impairment limits the patient, and whether it has lasted or is expected to last at least 12 months. |
| Part B | Cumulative effect of significant limitations For patients with significant limitations in two or more categories who do not meet the test in any one category alone. |
| Part B | Life-sustaining therapy Only a medical doctor or nurse practitioner completes this. People with type 1 diabetes are deemed to meet the criteria for 2021 and later years. For other conditions, the form says the therapy must support a vital function, be needed at least 2 times per week, and take an average of at least 14 hours per week of dedicated time. |
| Part B | Certification (mandatory) The years the person has been a patient, whether the practitioner has records for those years, practitioner type, signature, printed name, optional licence number, telephone, address and date. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using a form version from before 2023. The CRA says these are not accepted as of September 8, 2026.
- Leaving Part A unsigned. The form says the CRA will not process it unless the person with the disability or their legal representative signs.
- Mixing methods, such as Part A online and Part B on paper. The CRA says both parts must be sent the same way or it cannot process the application.
- Filling in Part B yourself. The CRA says only a medical practitioner can complete Part B, and an applicant-completed Part B will not be processed.
- Asking a practitioner to certify an impairment outside their scope, such as a physiotherapist for vision.
- Sending the application through 'submit documents' in your CRA account. That option stopped taking DTC applications on July 14, 2026.
- Leaving out the supporting family member in Part A, question 2, when someone else will claim the credit. The CRA says including it saves time.
- Not keeping a copy. The form tells you to keep a copy of the completed application.
Questions about Form T2201
Can I apply for the disability tax credit online?
Yes. You fill out Part A in your CRA account (or by phone), get a reference number, and give it to your medical practitioner. They complete Part B in the digital application for medical practitioners, and it is sent to the CRA automatically. The CRA says the reference number is valid for up to 12 months and can be used once.
Does my doctor decide if I qualify?
No. The form says your medical practitioner gives the CRA your medical information but does not decide eligibility. The CRA makes the decision and sends a notice of determination.
Who can fill out Part B?
A medical doctor or nurse practitioner can certify all impairments. Optometrists certify vision, audiologists hearing, physiotherapists walking, occupational therapists walking, feeding and dressing, psychologists mental functions, and speech-language pathologists speaking.
Does it cost anything to apply?
The CRA charges nothing. Your medical practitioner may charge a fee to fill out the form, which you pay. The CRA says you may be able to claim it as a medical expense.
Can the CRA apply the credit to past years?
Yes, if you ask in Part A, question 3 and you are the person with the disability or their legal representative. If someone else is claiming, they need to send Form T1-ADJ or a letter for each year.
What does 'marked restriction' mean?
The form says it means that, even with appropriate therapy, devices and medication, the person is unable or takes an inordinate amount of time in one impairment category all or substantially all of the time, generally 90% or more.
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Checked against the official sources on 2026-10-25. PDF Editor Hub is not affiliated with the Canada Revenue Agency or any government agency. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
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