There is no Pennsylvania estate tax. However the federal estate tax still applies to estates over a certain value.How to file a return. 1. Complete the inheritance tax return. The Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax is a Transfer Tax. It is different from the other taxes which you might pay regularly. There is no estate tax in Pennsylvania nor is there a state gift tax. Forms can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue's website. Inheritance tax forms are due within nine (9) months from date of death.