Sign Up and Verify
Create a CloudTax account and complete your profile
Double-check that your personal information matches what the CRA has (check your SIN letter)
Indicate First-Time Filing
On the "Taxpayer Information" page, select "Yes" when asked if this is your first time filing taxes
Set Up Your CRA My Account
Register for a CRA My Account to view and manage your tax documents online
Visit the CRA Login Services registration page for detailed instructions on setting up your account
Submit Using NETFILE
Review your details carefully before submitting
Follow the CloudTax prompts to submit your return via NETFILE
Important: Your tax return might be rejected by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) if:
They don’t have your complete date of birth on file
Your personal information doesn’t match their database