L1, L2 Visa

Hey,

Heartily thanks to all the members of immihelp for sharing their experiences. It was really helpful in preparing and i was prepared for more than 30 questions based on the content of this website. Its a great resource for L1B visa applicants.

My OFC and Interview was scheduled on 6th Jan at 8.00 AM and 11:30 AM respectively. For OFC there was a big queue, while at the interview there was no queue at all and i was directly sent inside the building. After entering, i went through security checks, then a guy arranged my documents or i should say he removed everything except I-129s x3, I-797 x3 and my passport. He tied a rubber band around it and asked me to go to counter 14 where i submitted my DD.

He then asked me to go to the waiting area. I was waiting for my token number to flash on the screen. Its really difficult to kill the anxiety at that moment. I would suggest to have a glass of water before the interview. Water is available near counter 14 .(DD submission Counter)

After consuming water, I was about to sit on my chair in waiting area and the number flashed on the screen. The VO noticed me coming towards his counter and we both greeted each other from far ;) .

Below are the questions:-

Me : Good Morning Officer

Officer : Good Morning, How are you?, Which Visa you are applying for?
Me : I am Good. I am applying for L1b Visa.

Officer : Give me your documents. It’s a blanket petition?
me : yes. (Documents given, 3 copies + Passport)

Officer : How long you have been working for ZZZ?
me : Answered

Officer : Who is your client and where it is located?
me :Answered

officer : What is that you are going to do them?
me : Answered (Use some technical words, then explain those words in layman language for him to understand)

officer : Good, How many patents you have?
me : Answered (I mentioned my patents in my last answers so he asked this)

officer : How this is different and lies in specialized skills category?
me :Answered

Officer : What was your role before ZZZ?
me : Answered

Officer : How does this relates to a larger data set?
me : Properly Answered :)

Officer : Good, (after waiting for some time and looking in his system) Your Visa is Approved, please wait for 30 seconds.
me : Sure (controlled my happiness)

Officer : (Handed back stamped copies of the document). Give one to your HR and one is required at Port of entry. Enjoy your stay in California.
me : Thanks (We greeted New Year Wishes also.)

Though he didn't asked for any supporting docs, carry all in two transparent folders.

Also, Can somebody help me with the average salary details for California location (expecting salary figures for a 3 years exp) ?

thanks,
Abhi