H1 B transfer with COS from L1B

[Rajaxyz]

I came to US in 2007 on L1 B and my employer applied for H1 Visa this year under Change of Status and H1 got approved and effective from Oct 1 ' 2011.

Now I got an offer from Company B and they want my current H1 to be stamped inorder to start H1 Transfer.

I thought H1 Visa doesn't need to be stamped for visa transfer.

Can you tell me if I am correct or Company B is misleading.

[Attorney_20]

Your I-94 card is the document that provides nonimmigrant status in the U.S. Company B would need to file a new H1B petition in order for you to move to that job. As long as you are currently maintaining your nonimmigrant status, USCIS can approve the new H1B petition and Company B's request for an extension of H1B status. If approved, USCIS would issue the approval notice with an I-94 card attached to it.

You and your employer should consult an immigration attorney to make sure the petition is properly filed and that you maintain your status throughout the process.

[Rajaxyz]

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