Apple Intelligence Setup Stuck on “In Progress…” After China Trip

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If you recently traveled abroad and changed your Apple ID region, you might run into some hiccups like this. Here’s a simple guide to help you fix the issue with Siri and Apple Intelligence getting stuck on “In Progress…” for more than 48 hours.

First, don’t worry—this is a common problem when switching regions, especially if you’re switching back after being in another country. Your main goal is to get Siri and Apple Intelligence to finish setting up again smoothly.

Here’s what you can do:

Check Your Settings: Make sure your device language is set to English (Canada), and your region is set to Canada. Also, double-check that Siri language is still set to English (Canada).

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Restart Your iPhone: Turn your phone off, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on. Sometimes, a simple restart can clear up the stuck process.
Sign Out and Sign In to iCloud: Go to Settings > Your Name > Scroll down and tap Sign Out. Wait a few minutes, then sign back in. This can refresh your account settings.
Update Your iPhone: Make sure your device is running the latest iOS version. You’re on iOS 18.2, so if there’s an update available, install it.
Clear Siri Data and Reset Settings: If the issue persists, try turning Siri off in Settings > Siri & Search, then turn it back on after a few minutes. You can also reset all settings: go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings. This won’t delete your data but will reset system settings.
Check Region and Language Again: Sometimes, changing the region or language settings again, then restarting your phone, can help the system complete its setup.
Wait It Out: Sometimes, it just takes a bit longer for the setup to complete—especially after region switching. Keep an eye on Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri to see if it updates.

If none of these steps work after a few days, the issue might be related to your account’s region change during travel. Typically, switching regions shouldn’t block Siri, but it can sometimes cause temporary glitches.

In such cases, contacting Apple Support can be helpful. They can often provide a solution without the need to call, such as remotely refreshing your account settings.

Remember, these issues are usually fixable, and patience is key. Keep trying the steps above, and your Siri setup should be working again soon!