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USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
What Is USCIS Form I-9?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services on October 21, 2019 and used country-wide. Check the official instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is USCIS Form I-9?
A: USCIS Form I-9 is a document used by employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees.
Q: Who needs to fill out Form I-9?
A: Both employers and employees need to fill out Form I-9. Employers must ensure that each employee fills out their section of the form, while they complete their own section.
Q: When should Form I-9 be filled out?
A: Form I-9 should be filled out by the employee no later than their first day of work. Employers must complete their section of the form within three business days of the employee's first day.
Q: What documents are acceptable for Form I-9?
A: There are three types of documents that can be presented for Form I-9: documents that establish both identity and employment authorization, documents that establish identity only, and documents that establish employment authorization only.
Q: What happens if Form I-9 is not filled out correctly?
A: If Form I-9 is not filled out correctly, employers may be subject to fines and penalties. It is important to ensure that all information is filled out accurately and that the required documents are properly presented and verified.
Q: How long should employers retain Form I-9?
A: Employers are required to retain Form I-9 for as long as the employee works for the company, and for a period of time after the employee's separation from the company. The specific retention period may vary depending on the state.
Q: Can Form I-9 be completed electronically?
A: Yes, Form I-9 can be completed electronically as long as the system meets certain requirements and provides an audit trail. Electronic signatures are also acceptable if certain conditions are met.
Q: Can an expired document be accepted for Form I-9?
A: No, an expired document cannot be accepted as a valid document for Form I-9. The document must be unexpired at the time of verification and employment eligibility determination.
Q: Are non-US citizens eligible to fill out Form I-9?
A: Yes, non-US citizens who are authorized to work in the United States are eligible to fill out Form I-9. Employers must follow the same process of verification and document examination for all employees, regardless of citizenship status.
Q: What is the purpose of Form I-9?
A: The purpose of Form I-9 is to establish an employee's identity and employment eligibility. It is used to ensure that employers hire and maintain a legal workforce in the United States.
Form Details:
- Released on October 21, 2019;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Yours to fill out and keep for your records;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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