New L1B Blanket visa instead of L1B extension

[rtippabhotla]

Hi,

 

My L1B visa is expiring on March 24th 2016. I came to know that L-1 extensions have been under greater scrutiny and there is risk of denial. Therefore my company attorney advised me to obtain an extension of L-1 status by applying for the Blanket at the US consulate. 

 

I currently have travel plans to India in Aug/Sep this year. I just wanted to know how far in advance can I apply for the new visa.

 

Thanks,

Ramesh

[rahul412]

 

I came to know that L-1 extensions have been under greater scrutiny and there is risk of denial. 

Nope, that's not true.