Expedite request accepted, but still "Waiting for Review". Anyone else seeing this?

Hi everyone,

I'd like to hear from anyone who has been in a similar situation recently.

My first iOS app was rejected under Guideline 2.1(b). I addressed the issues in the App Review notes and resubmitted it. Right after resubmitting, I requested an expedited review, and the confirmation page said the review would be expedited.

The app and its in-app purchase are still "Waiting for Review." There are no new messages in App Store Connect, and my follow-ups through Contact Us have received only automatic acknowledgements.

A few questions for anyone who has experienced this:

  • How long did it take for your review to start after an expedite request was accepted?
  • Did contacting Developer Support by phone help?
  • Is there anything else worth doing while waiting, or is it best to simply wait?

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience.

My app has been under review since September 18th, for over a month now; the last time it was revised and resubmitted was on October 2nd, and I haven’t received any response regarding the review. I’d also like to know what else we can do besides wait.