Cash App shows "pending" on a payment when the transaction has not yet been finalized. This can happen for several reasons:
- Insufficient funds in the sender's Cash App balance or linked bank account.
- Pending or incomplete account verification by Cash App.
- Security checks or concerns flagged by Cash App, such as suspicious or unusual account activity.
- Server issues or maintenance either on Cash App's side or the bank’s side.
- The recipient may need to accept the payment if it was sent as a payment request or invoice.
- Incorrect recipient information or account details.
Payments usually resolve quickly—from a few minutes to a few hours—but some may take up to 24 hours or even 1 to 3 business days if manual review or approval is needed. If a payment remains pending beyond these times, Cash App may automatically cancel it. Users can check their activity feed for any required actions or contact Cash App support if the issue persists.
