What is needed to complete an I-9 form?

For badging purposes—Two forms of identification (such as a state driver’s license, state identification card, U.S. Passport, military ID card, birth certificate, or Social Security card). For I-9 purposes—You must choose from the List of Acceptable Documents : One document from List A, or.

Are employers required to verify i-9?

To comply with the law, employers must: Verify the identity and employment authorization of each person they hire; Complete and retain a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for each employee; and. Refrain from discriminating against individuals on the basis of national origin or citizenship.

Is the i-9 form still required?

You are required to complete and retain a Form I-9 for every employee you hire for employment in the United States, except for: Independent contractors or individuals providing labor to you if they are employed by a contractor providing contract services (for example, employee leasing or temporary agencies).

How long can an employee work without an I-9?

A. If you are an employer, you must retain the I-9 for 3 years after the date employment begins or 1 year after the date the person’s employment is terminated, whichever is later.

What happens if i9 is late?

You may not use the I-9 form as part of the applicant screening process or background check; If the new hire does not present acceptable identification documents by the end of three business days after the first day of work for pay, you may terminate the employee for failing to complete the I-9 form.

Can you work without a I-9?

Yes. An incomplete I-9 form does not affect an employer’s ability or obligation to pay an employee. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay an employee who performs work, even if the employee is found to be unauthorized to work in the U.S. or quits employment prior to completing the I-9 form.

When to complete a new I-9?

An I-9 form, verifying employee eligibility, must be completed by employers within three days after a new employee is hired.

When is the new I-9 available?

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that the new Form I-9 is coming and will be available by November 22, 2016.

What documents satisfy an I9?

Documents that may be used under “List A” of the I-9 form to establish both identity and employment eligibility include: An unexpired U.S. Passport, A U.S. Passport Card, A Permanent Resident Card (often called a “green card”) or Alien Registration Receipt Card with photograph, An unexpired Temporary Resident Card,

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