Is it true that for a first time taxpayer, we have to file our tax report by mail,instead of using NETfile?

[yohaneswidjaya]

If yes, my wife has filed it with me via Turbotax, can she get the printed version of it to be sent by mail?

[TurboTaxTara · Accepted solution]

First-time filers can submit their return to using CRA's NETFILE service if the CRA has their birthdate on file.

Even if you prepared your returns together at the same time, you're still preparing two returns; They each have to be filed, so when you file yours, your spouse's return isn't' automatically included. You need to file your spouse's return too.

[yohaneswidjaya]

So, if my wife has her Confirmation Number from Net File, does it mean that CRA has her birthdate and received her tax file as well? Thank you!

[TurboTaxTara]

Yes, that's a good sign! So long as you each have a unique confirmation number, you can be confident both your returns were filed. Here's how to verify your confirmation numbers: https://turbotax.community.intuit.ca/replies/3227955

[yohaneswidjaya]

Thank you very much 🙂