Chinese phrase
补办需要〜？ bǔ bàn xū yào 〜
Meaning
How long does it take to replace ___?
When to use it
Asks how long it takes to replace or reissue something. It is a practical, polite way to ask about the time needed for a replacement service.
Example dialogue
我想补办护照，补办需要多长时间？ wǒ xiǎng bǔ bàn hù zhào bǔ bàn xū yào duō cháng shí jiān
I'd like to replace my passport. How long does it take?
一般要两个星期，如果加急三天可以办好。 yì bān yào liǎng gè xīng qī rú guǒ jiā jí sān tiān ké yǐ bàn hǎo
It usually takes two weeks, but expedited service can get it done in three days.