[Instant→Safe→Process] Why does an Apple Pay refund take so long?

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Why does an Apple Pay refund take so long?


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Why does Apple Pay refund take long?
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Can Apple speed it up?
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Do weekends affect refunds?
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Do large refunds take longer?
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Are Apple service refunds slower?
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Can I check status in Wallet?
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Will I get notified?
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Can merchant delays cause issues?
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Is Apple Cash different?
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Is it safe to wait for refund?
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