The extraction behavior of Pa(V) from various aqueous solutions was studied using different extractants, namely Amberlite-LA-2 (Amb-LA2), diethylhexyl phosphoric acid (HDEHP), tributylphosphate (TBP) and Tricaprylylmethyl ammonium chloride (TCMA) in toluene. The extraction was carried out from slightly acidic as well as strong acidic solutions of HCl, HBr, and HI, at various temperatures. The extracted species in every case were postulated. Extraction chromatography behavior of Pa(V), its homologue Nb(V), and the chemically similar elements Zr(IV) and Hf(IV) were also studied in the case of TCMA. Radioactive isotopes were used for tracing the corresponding elements. Some separation alternatives were achieved.