"Pending" (FedEx): what it means and how long it lasts
FedEx's US help page says a pending status means FedEx "changed the delivery time because of a delay". There's no firm delivery date yet.
Normally lasts: Commonly 1-3 days.
When to act: If it stays pending for several days with no scan. FedEx's US page says you can start a support ticket once a U.S. delivery is delayed by at least 1 day. Its Canada FAQ suggests a lost claim after 7 calendar days without an update.
Also shown as: Scheduled delivery is now pending, Scheduled delivery pending, Delivery date pending
What to do
- Keep tracking, or use FedEx Delivery Manager for updates.
- If a U.S. delivery is at least 1 day late, start a FedEx support ticket with the tracking number.
- If it seems lost, contact the shipper. FedEx claims for undelivered packages must be filed within nine months of the ship date.
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What does "Pending" mean?
FedEx's US help page says a pending status means FedEx "changed the delivery time because of a delay". There's no firm delivery date yet.
How long does "Pending" usually last?
Commonly 1-3 days. If it stays pending for several days with no scan. FedEx's US page says you can start a support ticket once a U.S. delivery is delayed by at least 1 day. Its Canada FAQ suggests a lost claim after 7 calendar days without an update.
What should I do if my FedEx package is stuck on "Pending"?
Keep tracking, or use FedEx Delivery Manager for updates. If a U.S. delivery is at least 1 day late, start a FedEx support ticket with the tracking number. If it seems lost, contact the shipper. FedEx claims for undelivered packages must be filed within nine months of the ship date.
Related FedEx messages
- Delivery exception
- Customer not available or business closed
- Shipment exception
- Delay
- Operational delay
- Local delay
- Weather delay
- Running late
Sources
- FedEx US FAQ: What does the "delivery now pending" status mean? (accessed 2026-11-14)
- FedEx FAQ (Canada): Scheduled delivery is now pending (accessed 2026-11-14)
- FedEx: Claims (accessed 2026-11-14)