Applicants can now complete Part A of the application form online via My Account.
Once completed, the applicant will receive a reference number to give to their medical practitioner (MP) who will use it to complete Part B of the form
The option of completing this process by phone, either with the support of a telephone agent (1-800-959-8281), or using the automated voice service (1-800-463-4421) is also now available.
Applications can view the status of their application using the progress tracker in My Account.
The traditional paper form will continue to be available to those who are unable to, or prefer not to, complete the application online or by phone.
Once the application has been approved and processed, the applicant will still need to claim the credit on their tax return.