FAQ's: What about cost?

• How much does UFile cost?
• What payment methods does UFile accept?
• Can I try using UFile for free?

• What is UFile's definition of a dependant, and what types of tax returns can dependants prepare for free using UFile?

How much does UFile cost?
First family member entered in UFile (family head):

• $15.95 plus applicable provincial tax and GST

Second family member entered in UFile (spouse):

• $9.00 plus applicable provincial tax and GST

Additional family members (dependants)*:

• no charge

Individuals or families with total income of $20,000 or less:

• no charge

If you do not match UFile's definition of a dependant, you will have to create a separate client file with your own user ID and password and enter your tax information as a distinct family head.

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What payment methods does UFile accept?
UFile currently accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards. When you are ready to print or NETFILE your return, you can purchase the UFile service online. Remember, UFile allows you to try the service for free. You only pay when you are ready to file.

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Can I try UFile for free?
With UFile, you always prepare your tax return for free. You only pay if you are completely satisfied and wish to print your return or file it electronically.

If you are not satisfied, you can end the process and leave the site at any time, no strings attached.

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What is UFile's definition of a dependant, and what types of tax returns can dependants prepare for free using UFile?
Dependants are members of the taxpayer's family unit, usually children, parents or other relatives, who have the same mailing address and who are being supported by the designated family head and/or their spouse.

These dependent individuals may be able to transfer certain tax credits (e.g. tuition fees, medical expenses, charitable donations, disability amounts, etc.) to another family member for optimization purposes.

You can prepare the tax returns of dependants for free using UFile if they are fairly basic returns.

This includes, for instance, returns reporting:

• Income from the following information slips:

  • T3 (trust)

  • T4A (pension, retirement, annuity and other)

  • T4A(OAS) (old age security)

  • T4A(P) (CPP/QPP)

  • T5 (investment)

• Other employment income such as tips

• Deductions or credits to be claimed or transferred, such as:

  • Child care

  • Education

  • Donations

  • Medical

  • Infirmity/disability

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