As of June/July 2020 and as long as the pandemic is still in its' critical phase, we do prioritize COVID-19 papers in terms of expedited peer-reviews and production. However, if you want to make sure to get a decision within 4 weeks (20 business days), we suggest to pay the Fast-Track Fee, see How to fast-track (expedite) a paper and what are the benefits?
[outdated] Are COVID-19 papers automatically fast-tracked or do I have to pay for that?
