Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to "About this site"
Disability tax credit (DTC)

The Canada Revenue Agency is experiencing delays in processing Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate. The most up-to-date processing times can be found on Check CRA processing times. We will respond in writing once a decision has been made. You can also view the status of your application through the progress tracker in your CRA account.

The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps people with disabilities, or their supporting family member, reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.

If you have a severe and prolonged impairment, you may apply for the credit. If you are approved, you may claim the credit at tax time.

By reducing the amount of income tax you may have to pay, the DTC aims to offset some of the extra costs related to the impairment.

Sections

What is the DTC: Disability tax credit (DTC) Understand the DTC and how it helps people Who is eligible: Disability tax credit (DTC) Review eligibility criteria and find out if you should apply How to apply: Disability tax credit (DTC) How to complete and submit the 2-part application CRA's review and decision: Disability tax credit (DTC) Understand the CRA's review process and what to do if your application is approved or denied Claiming the credit: Disability tax credit (DTC) How to claim the DTC on your income tax return Contact the CRA: Disability tax credit (DTC) Contact the CRA online, by phone, or by mail

Related information

  • CRA callback request service NEW
  • Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate
  • Demystifying the Disability Tax Credit
  • Digital application for medical practitioners
  • Guide RC4064, Disability-Related Information
  • Income Tax Folio S1-F1-C2, Disability Tax Credit
  • Statistics
  • Outreach materials to print and share

Page details

Date modified: 2025-09-16

Tag » Arc Form T2201