"Once I receive ... " vs "Once I received ... "

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hampeh

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Dear teachers and friends, What is the difference between the following sentences and which one is the correct one?1. Once I receive …2. Once I received …3. Once I’ve received …Thanks in advance
 
Please give us the complete sentence.
 
It depends on how the sentence is going to end.
 
Thanks for your prompt response. The complete sentences are as follows:

Once I receive John’s approval, I will have your request processed.
Once I received John’s approval, I will have your request processed.
Once I’ve received John’s approval, I will have your request processed.
 
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Once I receive John’s approval, I will have your request processed. :tick:
Once I received John’s approval, I will have your request processed.:cross:
Once I’ve received John’s approval, I will have your request processed. :tick:

Ther is no real difference between the two correct versions. In the last one, I would not contract 'have' in a formal letter.
 
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