RC59 - bug?

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Hi TaxCycle team,

I’m wondering if there is a bug in the latest release of the RC59 form? The “Authorization Type” drop down menu only shows None/Valid on-file/Non-online as the only 3 types of options.

I’m assuming that most users are looking for the “Firm-Online” option, but it doesn’t appear to be there?

Let me know if this isn’t an issue, and instead I need to tweak something in my options settings.

**EDIT: Just caught the fine print on the form: Is Firm-Online only available via MyBusiness account now? Lovely…

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Yep, RC59 can no longer be used for online access.

for more info:

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The RC59 can still be used but it gives you limited access.

Here is CRA’s message. https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/represent-a-client/represent-a-client-whats-new.html

RC59 changes

Form RC59, Business Consent, is no longer used to grant online access. Representatives need to complete an authorization request in Represent a Client or be authorized by owners through My Business Account to gain online access. Form RC59 still grants offline access.