Creating E-File

Note: The process below is for T4's, but the process is identical for T4A's and RL-1's. Select the appropriate tax form.

Creating the e-file is a two step process.

Steps:

Step 1: T619 Magnetic Media Transmittal

1. Click on Forms > T619 Magnetic Media Transmittal.
2. Fill out all the information and click Save to accept the changes. 
3. For Transmitter number type in MM 999999.  This number was used by CRA to identify companies, but it is not used anymore.

Step 2: Creating E-file

To submit T4s by e-filing, you must save T4s as an XML file and submit to the CRA.  You have to create separate files for every business numbers you might have.

1. Go to Forms > T4 > Magnetic Media filing for T4.
2. Save the file on local Hard disk. (for e.g. C:\Paymatew\) or on a network location. Please remember the name and location of this file as this is the file that you need to upload to CRA’s website.
3. Submit this file to CRA’s website using Account number and Web access code (see details below under E-Filing)

Notes:

• If you cannot save to a network drive, it is recommended to save locally as it may be a permissions issue with the save location.
• Ensure you have not created a file with the name already. If the name is the same, the system will not create the file. 
• Do not attempt to open the file after creating. This may (in some cases) change the file type extension and you will not be able to submit.