First iOS app stuck in “Waiting for Review” for 9 days – expedited review requested

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DKlatt OP

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Hello Apple Developer Community,

My first iOS app, PitCaptain, has been stuck in “Waiting for Review” since October 7, 2026.

App: PitCaptain
Version: iOS 1.0.0 (build 10)

Submission date: October 7, 2026

Current status: Waiting for Review
Expedited review: Requested
Contacted Apple Support: Yes

The app has not moved to “In Review”, and I have not received any feedback or requests for additional information.

PitCaptain helps endurance racing teams plan driver changes, driving stints, refuelling windows and driver-change alarms.

I understand that review times can vary, but nine days without any status change is concerning, especially after requesting an expedited review.

Could someone from App Review please check whether the submission is progressing normally or whether it may be stuck in the review queue?

Any advice or assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Answer 1

DKlatt OP

2d

I developed this app specifically for endurance karting and need it for my own participation in the Dutch Racing Series (DRS) endurance season. Having the app available in time is important for preparing and managing our race strategy.

Answer 2

Loosa OP

2d

Same with me man my submission date was oct 7th as well, I’ve been waiting so long to deliver my app to customers. It sucks, I wish Apple would do something. It’s been 3 days since I’ve requested an expedited review to no avail as well.

Answer 3

tecHindustan_dev OP

2d

Our app has also been in Waiting for Review since early October, even after the expedited review was approved. Hoping App Review can look into these delays.

Answer 4

rarandall OP

2d

Same. Also submitted on Oct 7 and no status change yet.

Answer 5

DKlatt OP

10h

Update – October 18, 2026

PitCaptain (iOS 1.0.0, build 10) has now been in "Waiting for Review" for 11 days, since October 7. Expedited review was requested and Developer Support was contacted; there are no messages or open issues in App Store Connect.

I see many developers reporting similar delays for first submissions this month, so I understand this may be a general backlog rather than an issue with my app.

Could someone from Apple share what the realistic review time for new apps is at the moment? The 24–48 hours mentioned in the documentation does not seem to reflect the current situation.

This matters for planning: PitCaptain is used during endurance races, and our team has a race on every sunday. If the review timeline is unclear, I need to arrange an alternative for that event.

Is there anything I can do on my side, or is it best to simply wait without withdrawing the submission?

Thank you for any clarification.