"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
 

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Please give us the complete sentence.
 

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It depends on how the sentence is going to end.
 

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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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