App stuck in “Waiting for Review” for over 72 hours

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ilkerkaya OP

Created Aug ’26

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Hi everyone,

I submitted my first iOS app for App Review over 72 hours ago, and the status is still “Waiting for Review.”

I contacted Apple Developer Support about 30 hours ago regarding the delay, but I haven't received a response yet.

I understand that review times can vary, but the app hasn't moved to “In Review” at all. I haven't removed or resubmitted the app because I don't want to restart the review process.

Has anyone experienced similar waiting times recently? How long did it take for your app to move from “Waiting for Review” to “In Review”?

Answer 1

YellowArc OP

Aug ’26

Just looking around the forum - the timeline to be reviewed for a new app has been taking anywhere from 6-12 days.

Answer 2

honeybear OP

Aug ’26

I'm also experiencing a longer than expected delay for app review.

My app was submitted August 1st, and haven't heard anything as of August 10th. Review status still shows: "Waiting for Review"

As I'm a new developer, I just wish communication from Apple about review expectations was a little clearer. I feel a bit better know a lot of other folks also seem to be experiencing an app review time that is much longer than 48 hours. It's easy to get anxious that I've made a mistake somewhere.

A simple "we've got your app, we're working to get to it as soon as we can" once someone has gone far outside the 48 hour guideline would go a long way. ;-)

Fingers crossed, and good luck to everyone!