French phrase
Quel est le délai d'attente pour ~ ?
Meaning
How long is the wait for ___?
When to use it
A polite way to ask how long a process will take. It is somewhat formal and suits inquiries at an office.
Example dialogue
Quel est le délai d'attente pour le visa étudiant ?
How long is the wait for a student visa?
En général, comptez environ trois semaines.
In general, expect about three weeks.