H4 to H1B(new) COS Issue.

[saradhi]

I'm in the USA right now on H4 visa. I recently had my H1B Petition(new) I797-B approved. My employer is delaying to do COS from H4 to H1B.
Can I apply for an H4 to H1B Change of Status if I find a new employer?

 

[newacct]

H1b COS/EOS can only be applied as part of an I-129 petition filed by an employer.

 

[whitemimauz3]

I believe H-1B is approved on your behalf but no change in status from H-4 to H-1B. For you to have H-1B status get started you need to step out of the country get H-1B visa stamp & re-enter on H-1B.