60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: DS-156E, Nonimmigrant Treaty Trader/Investor Application, OMB Control Number 1405-0101, 25910-25911 [2010-11004]
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• Originating Office: Bureau of
Consular Affairs, Department of State
(CA/VO).
• Form Number: DS–156K.
• Respondents: Aliens applying for a
nonimmigrant visa to enter the U.S. as
´
the fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen.
• Estimated Number of Respondents:
35,000.
• Estimated Number of Responses:
35,000.
• Average Hours per Response: 1
hour.
• Total Estimated Burden: 35,000
hours per year.
• Frequency: Once per respondent.
• Obligation to Respond: Required to
Obtain or Retain a Benefit.
DATES: The Department will accept
comments from the public up to 60 days
from May 10, 2010.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
by any of the following methods:
• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (Subject
line must read DS–156K
Reauthorization).
• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM
submissions): Chief, Legislation and
Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS–
156K Reauthorization, 2401 E Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20520.
• Fax: (202) 663–3898.
You must include the DS form number
(if applicable), information collection
title, and OMB control number in any
correspondence.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Direct requests for additional
information regarding the collection
listed in this notice, including requests
for copies of the proposed information
collection and supporting documents, to
Lauren Prosnik of the Office of Visa
Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401
E Street, NW., L–603, Washington, DC
20522, who may be reached at (202)
663–2951.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We are
soliciting public comments to permit
the Department to:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
information collection is necessary for
the proper performance of our
functions.
• Evaluate the accuracy of our
estimate of the burden of the proposed
collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
• Enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be
collected.
• Minimize the reporting burden on
those who are to respond, including the
use of automated collection techniques
or other forms of technology.
Abstract of proposed collection: Form
DS–156K is used by consular officers to
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determine the eligibility of an alien
´
applicant for a non-immigrant fiancé(e)
visa.
Methodology: The DS–156K is
submitted to consular posts abroad.
• Fax: (202) 663–3898.
You must include the DS form
number, information collection title,
and OMB control number in any
correspondence.
Dated: April 19, 2010.
Edward J. Ramotowski,
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Acting Bureau
of Consular Affairs, Department of State.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Direct requests for additional
information regarding the collection
listed in this notice, including requests
for copies of the proposed information
collection and supporting documents, to
Lauren Prosnik of the Office of Visa
Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401
E Street, NW., L–603, Washington, DC
20522, who may be reached at (202)
663–2951.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We are
soliciting public comments to permit
the Department to:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
information collection is necessary for
the proper performance of our
functions.
• Evaluate the accuracy of our
estimate of the burden of the proposed
collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
• Enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be
collected.
• Minimize the reporting burden on
those who are to respond, including the
use of automated collection techniques
or other forms of technology.
Abstract of proposed collection: The
Department of State uses Form DS–1648
to elicit information from applicants for
a renewal of A, G, or NATO visas,
exluding A–3, G–5 and NATO–7
applicants. An estimated 30,000
renewal applications are filed each year.
Methodology: The DS–1648 will be
submitted electronically to the
Department via the internet. The
applicant will be instructed to print a
confirmation page containing a bar
coded record locator, which will be
scanned at the time of processing.
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice: 6994]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information
Collection: DS–1648, Application for A,
G, or NATO Visa, OMB No. 1405–0100
ACTION: Notice of request for public
comments.
SUMMARY: The Department of State is
seeking Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) approval for the
information collection described below.
The purpose of this notice is to allow 60
days for public comment in the Federal
Register preceding submission to OMB.
We are conducting this process in
accordance with the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995.
• Title of Information Collection:
Application for A, G, or NATO Visa.
• OMB Control Number: 1405–0100.
• Type of Request: Revision of a
Currently Approved Collection.
• Originating Office: Bureau of
Consular Affairs, Office of Visa Services.
• Form Number: DS–1648.
• Respondents: All applicants for A,
G, or NATO visas reauthorizations,
excluding A–3, G–5 and NATO–7
applicants.
• Estimated Number of Respondents:
30,000.
• Estimated Number of Responses:
30,000.
• Average Hours per Response: 30
minutes.
• Total Estimated Burden: 15,000
hours.
• Frequency: Once per application.
• Obligation to Respond: Required to
obtain benefit.
DATES: The Department will accept
comments from the public up to 60 days
from May 10, 2010.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
by any of the following methods:
• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (the
subject line of the e-mail must be DS–
1648).
• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM
submissions): Chief, Legislation and
Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS–
1648 Reauthorization, 2401 E Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20520–30106.
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Dated: April 19, 2010.
Edward J. Ramotowksi,
Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau
of Consular Affairs, Department of State.
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 6993]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information
Collection: DS–156E, Nonimmigrant
Treaty Trader/Investor Application,
OMB Control Number 1405–0101
ACTION: Notice of request for public
comments.
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Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 89 / Monday, May 10, 2010 / Notices
SUMMARY: The Department of State is
seeking Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) approval for the
information collection described below.
The purpose of this notice is to allow 60
days for public comment in the Federal
Register preceding submission to OMB.
We are conducting this process in
accordance with the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995.
• Title of Information Collection:
Nonimmigrant Treaty Trader/Investor
Application.
• OMB Control Number: 1405–0101.
• Type of Request: Extension of a
Currently Approved Collection.
• Originating Office: Bureau of
Consular Affairs, Department of State
(CA/VO)
• Form Number: DS–156E.
• Respondents: Nonimmigrant treaty
trader/investor visa applicants.
• Estimated Number of Respondents:
17,000.
• Estimated Number of Responses:
17,000.
• Average Hours per Response: 4
hours.
• Total Estimated Burden: 68,000
hours per year.
• Frequency: Once per respondent.
• Obligation to Respond: Required to
Obtain or Retain a Benefit.
DATES: The Department will accept
comments from the public up to 60 days
from May 10, 2010.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
by any of the following methods:
• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (Subject
line must read DS–156E
Reauthorization).
• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM
submissions): Chief, Legislation and
Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS–
156E Reauthorization, 2401 E Street,
NW., Washington, DC 20520–30106.
• Fax: (202) 663–3898.
You must include the DS form
number (if applicable), information
collection title, and OMB control
number in any correspondence.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Direct requests for additional
information regarding the collection
listed in this notice, including requests
for copies of the proposed information
collection and supporting documents, to
Emily Cooperman of the Office of Visa
Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401
E Street, NW. L–603, Washington, DC
20522, who may be reached at (202)
663–1203.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
We are soliciting public comments to
permit the Department to:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
information collection is necessary for
the proper performance of our
functions.
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• Evaluate the accuracy of our
estimate of the burden of the proposed
collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
• Enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be
collected.
• Minimize the reporting burden on
those who are to respond, including the
use of automated collection techniques
or other forms of technology.
Abstract of proposed collection:
Form DS–156E is completed by aliens
seeking nonimmigrant treaty trader/
investor visas to the US. The
Department will use the DS–156E to
elicit information necessary to
determine an applicant’s visa eligibility.
Methodology:
The DS–156E is submitted to consular
posts abroad.
Dated: April 19, 2010.
Edward J. Ramotowski,
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Acting Bureau
of Consular Affairs, Department of State.
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 6995]
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information
Collection: Forms DS–2053, DS–2054;
Medical Examination for Immigrant or
Refugee Applicant; DS–3030, Chest XRay and Classification Worksheet;
OMB Control Number 1405–0113
ACTION: Notice of request for public
comment and submission to OMB of
proposed collection of information.
SUMMARY: The Department of State has
submitted the following information
collection request to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for
approval in accordance with the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
• Title of Information Collection:
Medical Examination for Immigrant or
Refugee Applicant.
• OMB Control Number: 1405–0113.
• Type of Request: Revision of a
Currently Approved Collection.
• Originating Office: Bureau of
Consular Affairs, Office of Visa Services
(CA/VO).
• Form Number: DS–2053, DS–2054,
DS–3030.
• Respondents: Immigrant visa and
refugee applicants.
• Estimated Number of Respondents:
630,000 per year.
• Estimated Number of Responses:
630,000 per year.
• Average Hours per Response: 1
hour.
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• Total Estimated Burden: 630,000
hours annually.
• Frequency: Once per application.
• Obligation to Respond: Required to
Obtain Benefit.
DATES: Submit comments to the Office
of Management and Budget (OMB) for
up to 30 days from May 10, 2010.
ADDRESSES: Direct comments to the
Department of State Desk Officer in the
Office of Information and Regulatory
Affairs at the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB). You may submit
comments by the following methods:
• E-mail:
oira_submission@omb.eop.gov. You
must include the DS form number,
information collection title, and OMB
control number in the subject line of
your message.
• Fax: 202–395–5806. Attention: Desk
Officer for Department of State.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You
may obtain copies of the proposed
information collection and supporting
documents from Lauren Prosnik of the
Office of Visa Services, U.S. Department
of State, 2401 E Street, NW, L–603,
Washington, DC 20522, who may be
reached at (202) 663–2951.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
We are soliciting public comments to
permit the Department to:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
information collection is necessary to
properly perform our functions.
• Evaluate the accuracy of our
estimate of the burden of the proposed
collection, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
• Enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be
collected.
• Minimize the reporting burden on
those who are to respond,
Abstract of proposed collection:
INA Section 221(d) requires that prior
to the issuance of an immigrant visa the
applicant undergo a physical and
mental examination. INA Section
412(b)(4)(B) requires that the United
States Government ‘‘provide for the
identification of refugees who have been
determined to have medical conditions
affecting the public health and requiring
treatment.’’ Form DS–2053, Medical
Examination for Immigrant or Refugee
Applicant (1991 Technical Instructions);
Form DS–2054, Medical Examination
for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant
(2007 Technical Instructions); and DS–
3030, Chest X–Ray and Classification
Worksheet (2007 Technical Instructions)
are designed to record the results of the
medical examination. A panel physician
performs the medical examination of the
applicant and completes the forms.
Methodology:
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 6993]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: DS-156E,
Nonimmigrant Treaty Trader/Investor Application, OMB Control Number
1405-0101
ACTION: Notice of request for public comments.
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SUMMARY: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below.
The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment in
the Federal Register preceding submission to OMB. We are conducting
this process in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Title of Information Collection: Nonimmigrant Treaty
Trader/Investor Application.
OMB Control Number: 1405-0101.
Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved
Collection.
Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department
of State (CA/VO)
Form Number: DS-156E.
Respondents: Nonimmigrant treaty trader/investor visa
applicants.
Estimated Number of Respondents: 17,000.
Estimated Number of Responses: 17,000.
Average Hours per Response: 4 hours.
Total Estimated Burden: 68,000 hours per year.
Frequency: Once per respondent.
Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a
Benefit.
DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60
days from May 10, 2010.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods:
E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (Subject line must read DS-156E
Reauthorization).
Mail (paper, disk, or CD-ROM submissions): Chief,
Legislation and Regulation Division, Visa Services--DS-156E
Reauthorization, 2401 E Street, NW., Washington, DC 20520-30106.
Fax: (202) 663-3898.
You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information
collection title, and OMB control number in any correspondence.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional
information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including
requests for copies of the proposed information collection and
supporting documents, to Emily Cooperman of the Office of Visa
Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401 E Street, NW. L-603,
Washington, DC 20522, who may be reached at (202) 663-1203.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is
necessary for the proper performance of our functions.
Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the burden of the
proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and
assumptions used.
Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected.
Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond,
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of
technology.
Abstract of proposed collection:
Form DS-156E is completed by aliens seeking nonimmigrant treaty
trader/investor visas to the US. The Department will use the DS-156E to
elicit information necessary to determine an applicant's visa
eligibility.
Methodology:
The DS-156E is submitted to consular posts abroad.
Dated: April 19, 2010.
Edward J. Ramotowski,
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Acting Bureau of Consular Affairs,
Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2010-11004 Filed 5-7-10; 8:45 am]
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