how long does a person have to remain in US before returning overseas after being overseas for a year?

Question

I stayed overseas for a year,i need to know how long i have to
stay in the US before i can apply for another visa

Answer 1

maybe 5 yrs.

Answer 2

You don't, you can apply immediately for a new visa, whether its approved or not would ultimately be determined by the host country.

Answer 3

You can try these links for your answer.

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

http://usinfo.state.gov/usa/infousa/

Or this engine search

http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=American+Department+and+Information%2C+USA&form=QBRE&go.x=10&go.y=8