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What does “Pending Documentation” mean?

This answer applies only when the Pennsylvania applicant system shows this exact term.

Open PDE TIMS application and status guidance

What it means

Exact reviewed term

Pennsylvania can use this stage when the TIMS application is waiting in a documentation part of the process.

Do not assume

What it does not mean

It does not identify which document is open and does not mean the application is ready for evaluation.

Your next official action

Your turn

Open Track Progress in TIMS and use the exact document or verification request shown there.

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When to check again

Return point

Check again after the requested record is received and matched to the application.

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Checked 2026-08-02; check again by 2026-11-02
PDE TIMS application and status guidance
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