The petition is submitted on Form I-129. Filing instructions and forms are available from INS offices in the United States. Foreign nationals providing services or labor in the United States must comply with any applicable federal, state or local licensing requirements. Method of Lodgement U.S. immigration law requires that all applicants for non-immigrant visas apply in person before a U.S. consular officer. However, consular officers have broad authority to waive personal appearances when interviews are not deemed necessary.
Many offices accept certain applications by mail.
Travelers should inquire with the office where they intend to apply. Processing Time Processing times vary from office to office, and can range from same-day service up to delays of several weeks. Likewise, delays are longer during peak travel seasons. Travelers should inquire with the office where they intend to apply. Multiple Entry Visas Maximum length of validity and number of entries are set according to the applicant's nationality and comply with fixed schedules approved by the Department of State.