I'm wondering about the duration of a transaction staying in the pending state. Specifically, how long can a transaction remain pending before it is either completed or canceled?
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Nicola
Tue Feb 11 2025
Pending transactions represent charges that have commenced but have not reached completion in terms of processing or settlement.
QuasarGlider
Tue Feb 11 2025
The duration for these transactions to clear can vary significantly.
IncheonBeautyBloom
Tue Feb 11 2025
It may take a few hours or extend up to five business days, contingent on the specific charge in question.
Eleonora
Tue Feb 11 2025
Many businesses employ the pending status for charges until full payment processing is achieved.
Valentina
Mon Feb 10 2025
Examples include restaurants, hotels, and car rental companies, which typically list charges as pending initially.