Spanish phrase
¿Cuánto tiempo tarda en procesarse ~?
Meaning
How long does it take for ___ to be processed?
When to use it
Asking how long a procedure takes. Polite everyday question used to check processing times for documents like visas or passports, neutral tone.
Example dialogue
¿Cuánto tiempo tarda en procesarse mi visado?
How long does it take for my visa to be processed?
Depende del tipo, pero suele tardar unas seis semanas.
It depends on the type, but it usually takes about six weeks.