Where’s my refund – Pennsylvania (PA)?

If you’re a Pennsylvania taxpayer wondering when to expect your PA state refund, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll share details on how to track and view your PA state tax refund status.

How to check your PA refund status

Whether it’s been one day or one week since you filed, you may be asking “Where’s my state refund PA?” if you’re eager to get money back.

To check the status of your PA state refund online, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue website.

When you go to view your PA state refund status information, you will be prompted to enter:

• The Tax Year related to your inquiry
• Your Social Security number
• The requested tax refund amount

Services for Pennsylvania taxpayers with special hearing and/or speaking needs and who are looking for their PA state tax refund status are available by calling 1-800-447-3020.

Tips to track your PA tax refund status

The status of your Pennsylvania tax refund will be updated daily. If your PA tax refund status has not changed or additional information is not being requested, your income tax return still may be awaiting a routine review. You can continue to check your refund status online. If you need additional information about the refund process, submit a question or contact the state’s Customer Experience Center at 1-717-787-8201, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (EST).

How long does it take to get your PA state income tax refund?

It takes around four weeks to process your PA state tax return if you filed electronically. If the State needs to verify information reported on your return or request additional information, the process will take longer. After your overpayment is processed, it normally takes an additional three to four weeks for your refund to be mailed or direct deposited.

What causes Pennsylvania tax refund delays?

For paper filed PA-40 returns it can take eight to 10 weeks from the date the return was mailed for it to post to the system. Additionally, it may take approximately four weeks for your Pennsylvania income tax return to be reviewed and processed.

What can cause Pennsylvania tax refund delays?

There are a number of reasons why your Pennsylvania state refund may be delayed, including the following:

• If the department needs to verify information reported on your return or request additional information, the process will take longer.
• If you have math errors on your tax return or have other adjustments.
• If you used more than one form type to complete your tax return.
• If your tax return was missing information or incomplete.

Where to go for more info on PA taxes and your Pennsylvania refund

Still have questions on your Pennsylvania tax refund status? For more information regarding your PA state refund:

• Visit myPATH – Home to get general information about your tax refund status
• Call the Pennsylvania automated toll-free Information Line 1-888-PA-TAXES (728-2937) to speak directly with a representative

Get help filing your federal and PA state taxes

Rely on H&R Block for your federal and PA taxes each year.

Whether you make an appointment with one of our knowledgeable tax pros or choose one of our online tax filing products, you can count on H&R Block to help file PA taxes this tax season.

Need to check the status of your federal refund? Visit our Where’s My Refund page to find out how soon you’ll receive your federal refund from the Internal Revenue Service.