I'm going to India in 4 weeks and out of the country elsewhere on march 7. That means I need to get my visa and passport back 3 weeks from now.

I have been calling (no answer) and emailing bls to better understand the process but no real answers.

I did the online application but next appointment was march 3 which wouldn't give enough time to get the passport back. I asked if I could walk in on Tuesday without an appointment and they said no. If I mail, I don't think I'll get my passport back before march 7. Though I probably would get it in time for India ( but then I'm screwed in my other trip cuz I won't have a passport)

I'm not familiar w visa processes but am begging for help. Thx!!!!!