Can we apply for the visa at the same time even though I-130 still pending?

Question

Can we apply for the visa at the same time even though I-130 still pending?

Answer 1

You can't apply for an immigrant visa with the I-130 still pending. You could apply for tourist visas, however, you'd have to convince the interviewing officer that this is for a short stay and that you will return for the immigrant visa. That may be pretty hard to do depending on your circumstances. If you do decide to try for a tourist visa, tell the truth about your I-130 or you may mess up your tourist visas and your immigrant visas later on.