L1, L2 Visa

I would like to begin with a "Thank You" note to all the members who have been sharing their experiences on this forum as this is really very useful and gives a clear idea on the entire process as well as expected questions at the consulate.

My Biometric and interview for L1B was scheduled on 21st August 2018 at Chennai. I am sharing my experience as most of the posts are from folks with technical background. However, my work exp as well as education is non-technical (HR), hence, this may come useful to those with a similar background.

Feedback/ Experience:
- Time slot: Biometric @ 8:45am and Interview @ 11am.
- Biometric process took exactly 15 mins and I was out by 9am.
- At the Consulate for the VISA interview process:
o They will let the person in only 30 mins prior to the interview. Hence folks have to stand on the footpath outside the Consulate if they reach early.
o Inside the consulate, at the first post – the coordinator asks to arrange the documents in the sequence – I129S (8 pages), I797 (only first page), DS-160, Appointment confirmation letter.
o The DDs which need to be submitted, must have the name of the person along with the PP no. written on the hind side.
o The candidate is then routed to the payment counter. The person behind the counter will collect the DDs and issue you 2 copies of the receipt.
o Then the candidate will be directed to the biometric verification counter again.
o Post this the candidate needs to join the actual interview queue.

- Questions asked by the VO:
o Can I see your documents plz?
o How old are your kids?
o Which company are you working for?
o How long have you been working at ZZZ?
o Where are you going to go in the US?
o What are you going to do in the US?
o Which all are the locations YYYY is starting its offices?
o Is it a part of their global expansion?
o What is your highest level of qualification?
o For your onboarding, is there any process which is proprietary to ZZZ?
o What role do you play in onboarding?
o How much is your US salary?
o Does any of you hold an earlier US VISA? (asking me and my spouse)
o Are you planning to travel together?

Then he started typing something on this computer and stamped my documents. He returned 2 sets back to me stating your VISAS are approved and asked me to carry the documents along when I travel.

Hence, the over all experience was good. Some points to note:
Dos
- Dress Well
- Be confident
- Even if the counselor does not let you complete your answer, it is fine. Go on to the next question.
- Keep a smile.
- Understand the question well, think and answer.

Don’ts
- No point reaching the consulate too early, they do not let you in.
- Be in a hurry to answer

Hope this helps! All the best