Write an article based on this "Apply oil stain with a cloth or soft bristle brush, following the grain of the wood. Apply second coat of stain, if needed, once the 1st coat has set up, usually 4 to 6 hours. Allow to dry for 8 hours before applying a sealer if desired."
Wait 5 to 15 minutes to allow stain to penetrate the veneer, and then wipe off excess stain with a clean cloth, again following the grain of the wood.