Status Change from B1/B2 to H-1B

[Amanpreet]

I have H-1B visa stamped, however I have never visited United States. I would like to :

 

1. Apply B1/B2 (Visitor Visa) to visit US and wants to look out for an employer for me.

2. Does applying for Visitor Visa harm my H-1B Visa by any means ?
3. Upon getting a job and getting H-1B with new employer, Is it possible to change the status from Visitor (B1/B2) to non-migrant (H-1B), without leaving US ?

4.  If yes, How ?

[jairichi]

2. No.

3. Exit and enter US with a valid H1B visa and I797.

4. Refer 3.

[Amanpreet]

I have another query. If in case employer revoke H1B, What happens in this case :

 

1. Does H1B goes wasted, I means I-797 is not longer valid ?

2. After revoke - Can we apply job with new employer and get H1-B as cap exempt ?

3. Where can I find the law for H1-B revocations ?

[jairichi]

I have another query. If in case employer revoke H1B, What happens in this case :

 

1. Does H1B goes wasted, I means I-797 is not longer valid ?

2. After revoke - Can we apply job with new employer and get H1-B as cap exempt ?

3. Where can I find the law for H1-B revocations ?

You will be considered cap exempt for future H1B petitions till you reach the max allowed stay of 6 years on H1B status.