Forgot to file a state return for dependent

SM401 — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:15:01 GMT

My dependent is a college student in PA. She started a job in late November 2021 and didn't earn much in 2021 (<$1500 gross). In 2021, my dependent didn't earn enough to file a FED return nor for our home state. I assumed that she wouldn't need to file in PA. In looking at taxes for 2022, I realize now that PA requires everyone who earns any money in PA to file a state tax return. I tried calling PA's tax department and can't get through to talk to someone. How do I handle filing my dependent's late 2021 PA tax form quickly and appropriately with as little fuss and headaches as possible? If I did my simple manual calculation correctly, the outstanding tax is about $47 (plus any interest and penalties I may need to pay).

Re: Forgot to file a state return for dependent

Hal_Al — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 02:34:01 GMT

If your home state is a reciprocal state (Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia), she does not need to file a Pennsylvania state return.

Otherwise, fill out the form and mail it in.

https://www.revenue.pa.gov/FormsandPublications/FormsforIndividuals/PIT/Pages/Personal-Income-Tax%20-%202021.aspx

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Forgot to file a state return for dependent

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