If i dont have a visa on my passport as i did not go out of US after my previous H4 extension was granted what is the visa number that i should enter in the common app. I do have a I797A notice of action approving my h4 for 3 years along with a receipt number and i94 number. should i just enter my receipt number as the visa number in common app and enter the notice date as the issue date of the visa.
Yes, if you can include H4 as your visa category, I-797 Receipt Number and Notice and Expiration Date. This should take care of it. Colleges have a lot of experience with International Students with legal status, applying from inside the US. Best of luck!