H4 to H1 not typical

[kalyanverma]

H4 to H1 with a twist in the story:

1 Apr 2008: Filed for H1
15 Apr 2008: Got Married
17 Apr 2008: H4 Visa Issued
20 Apr 2008: Entered USA
15 May 2008: H1 Approved
30 May 2008: Received the Approval Notice

Question:
Do i need to leave the country and come back with an H1 Visa to start working, or can i go to the Social security office with the Approval Notice and get SSN and start working?

Regards,
Kalyan Verma

[txh1b]

What is the twist? You need to either have the employer file an amendment (COS) to change to H1b without leaving US or travel, get a visa stamp and enter.

In both cases, you cannot apply for SSN unless the H1b COS is approved and you have an I-94 representing H1 status.

[kalyanverma]

Typically H4 visa holders file for H1 while they are in the USA. Thats not the case for me. However you answered my question, thanks a million.

[kalyanverma]

Can i go to any Consulate outside USA to get the VISA stamped?