L1, L2 Visa

I had my visa interview at Chennai consulate on 12 May at 8:30 am. Few suggestions before I jump to questions especially Ladies (guys would anyway carry their wallet) please keep some money in hand. I was asked to take new photograph and it costs Rs. 100 per person. I didn't have the money and had to step out to get the money from my relative who waited outside.

Me: Good morning Sir
VO: Good morning how are you
Me: I am doing good how about you
VO: fine thank you. who is your client
Me: ...
VO: are you going back to the same project
Me: Yes sir
VO: which location
Me: ...
VO: how long are you with this company
Me: six years and six months sir
VO: how long are you with this client
Me: 2 years sir
VO: what is your role
Me: I translate requirements into the document and work on the design, development and implementation of the project. For development I use my company's built framework and technique to make it more efficient and meet quality standards
VO: why is it you why not some other fresher
Me: I have 2 years of experience with this client and more over this is my company decision. my company have chosen me for this position

after a while

VO: Maam your visa is approved. you will get your passport in few days

Me: Thank you sir. you have a good day

So, mine was not a very easy one still I managed to get it. The guy in front of me got rejected. just be polite and maintain consistency. don't panic. all the staffs are friendly. I clearly made up my mind as I am not going to lose anything if I am not getting this visa. I am appearing for this interview for the benefit of my company and me. Don't project yourself too much.

My L1-B blanket was rejected in Feb 2007. then I got L1-B individual on Apr 2007 and worked in US till last month. I am here on vacation now and got the new L1-B blanket approved today. I appeared for the same client and project.

I thank everyone who have shared their experiences here. This is an excellent site and all the best to everyone.