H1B to H4 visa transfer

[shakesmit]

I am on H1B and would like to transfer on H4 visa (as a dependent on my spouse who is also on H1B). We filed for the transfer recently and might receive the receipt letter in a week or so. My question is: Once we receive the receipt notice, will I be technically on H4 and can stay in the country, or do we have to receive the actual "approval" from USCIS for the status change. I would like to resign from my H1B after confirming that my H4 status is valid. Please advice.

 

[ginnu]

I am on H1B and would like to transfer on H4 visa (as a dependent on my spouse who is also on H1B). We filed for the transfer recently and might receive the receipt letter in a week or so. My question is: Once we receive the receipt notice, will I be technically on H4 and can stay in the country, or do we have to receive the actual "approval" from USCIS for the status change. I would like to resign from my H1B after confirming that my H4 status is valid. Please advice.

you will file H1 to H4 Change of status with Form I-539. once your COS gets approved then you will be on H4 status if your COS approval notice has I-94 attached with it. for more info talk to your lawyer.