Why is my Apple Pay transaction still pending?
I was sent money but its pending
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iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 17
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I was sent money but its pending
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iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 17
Has the recipient accepted the funds? Have they verified their account?
Send and receive money with Apple Cash - Apple Support
>>Automatically or manually accept payments
The first time that you use Apple Cash, you have 7 days to accept the money that you've been sent. After you accept the terms and conditions, payments are automatically accepted and added to your Apple Cash card. You might be asked to verify your identity.
When someone sends you money, it's securely received and kept in Apple Cash. You can use the money right away to send to someone, spend with Apple Pay, or transfer the money to your bank account or eligible debit card.<<
Has the recipient accepted the funds? Have they verified their account?
Send and receive money with Apple Cash - Apple Support
>>Automatically or manually accept payments
The first time that you use Apple Cash, you have 7 days to accept the money that you've been sent. After you accept the terms and conditions, payments are automatically accepted and added to your Apple Cash card. You might be asked to verify your identity.
When someone sends you money, it's securely received and kept in Apple Cash. You can use the money right away to send to someone, spend with Apple Pay, or transfer the money to your bank account or eligible debit card.<<
Why is my Apple Pay transaction still pending?