Got my Federal refund but still waiting on Pennsylvania state refund - how long is normal?

Tax professional here. The processing time for state refunds varies quite a bit from state to state. For Pennsylvania specifically, the normal processing time is about 4-8 weeks for electronically filed returns and 8-10 weeks for paper returns. Since you're at the 6 week mark, you're still within the normal timeframe. Some factors that might delay processing: - Errors or discrepancies on your return - Identity verification requirements - High volume of returns (especially during peak season) - Budget constraints at the state level If your "Where's My Refund" status on the PA Department of Revenue website shows your return is being processed, that's actually a good sign. I'd recommend waiting another 2 weeks before taking any action. If it goes beyond 8 weeks, call the PA Department of Revenue at 717-787-8201 for more information.

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I'm in PA too. State refunds are notoriously slower than federal. Last year my federal took 2 weeks and state took almost 7 weeks. This year similar story - federal was quick but state took forever. I finally got tired of waiting and found a way to get an actual human on the phone at PA tax department using Claimyr.com. Got connected within 20 minutes and they confirmed my refund was approved but just moving slowly through their system. Talking to someone directly was the only thing that gave me peace of mind - best money I've spent to finally get answers instead of staring at that useless online status.

I'm also in PA. Filed in February, got federal within 3 weeks, and state took until mid-April. So about 8 weeks total for state. The PA system is ancient and understaffed.

Every state is different. My friend in Oregon got his state refund before federal, but here in PA it's always slower. If you filed in April during the rush, 6 weeks isn't unusual at all. I'd give it until 8 weeks before worrying.

Pro tip that helped me: check your PA account online at mypath.pa.gov if you haven't already. Sometimes there's more detailed status there than just "processing" but you have to click through a couple screens. Mine showed that they needed additional verification but the regular refund status tool didn't show that.

does anyone know if PA pays interest on late refunds? the IRS does after 45 days but i can't find if PA has something similar

the IRS & states are BEYOND frustrating. i had similar issue last year and lost so much sleep over it. ended up buying that claimyr service other commenter mentioned just to get someone on the phone which finally resolved everything. the online status tools are practically useless.

I moved from PA to NJ last year and I gotta say, NJ's system is so much better. Got my NJ refund in 2 weeks 🙌 While my old PA friends are still waiting. PA Department of Revenue needs a serious upgrade.

Anyone remember the good old days when you'd get a physical check in the mail? I kinda miss that excitement lol. Now its just checking apps and websites everyday like a crazy person.

This happens every year, but nobody remembers from one year to the next! State refunds ALWAYS take longer than federal. Don't stress unless it goes past 8 weeks.

Did you check if PA has a separate "Where's My Refund" tool? Most states do, and it might give you more info than just "processing." Also check if there were any math errors on your return or anything unusual that could flag it for review.

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THEY'RE USING YOUR MONEY TO EARN INTEREST don't let anyone tell you different!!! the state is DELIBERATELY slow on refunds because they want to hold onto your cash as long as possible 💯

Filed jointly with my wife late March. Got federal April 15th, PA refund May 23rd. So about 8 weeks for PA, 3 weeks for federal. Pretty normal in my experience.