Remove the "Do Not File" watermark from a T1 return

Note: This information is only applicable for T1 tax returns filed in 2016 to 2023. The check box was removed for 2024 as part of the CRA certification. If you need to change a T1 that was EFILED, through paper filing, options are available here.

A DO NOT FILE or DRAFT watermark appears when a printed copy of the T1 is printed after electronically filing.  This watermark helps prevents the filing of a paper return after it has already been accepted by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

The watermark may also display when the CRA requests a copy of the paper return after filing.

Resolution

To remove the watermark, navigate to the T1 EFILE form. Scroll to the bottom of the form and deselect the option Uncheck the box if you are required to re-submit the T1 condensed form for the EFILED accepted return:

The watermark is removed.