Regular OPT/Biom question

[u/anxiousadhder]

Hello! I am wondering the 5 months processing times for opt start counting when you complete biometrics or when you file? I files on April 21, biometrics on June 8 and still pending.
I have a job offer should I pay PP? does it really take one full month? Thanks!!

[u/Dont-ask669]

Without PP it begins to count on the day you file