Resources for Maintaining Compliance (Provided by USCIS)
- I-9 Central Website
- Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
- Handbook for Employers (Form M-274)
Section 1: Employee Information and Verification
This section is to be completed and signed by the EMPLOYEE at the time employment begins. The employee must complete Section 1 on or before his/her first day of work for pay. Employers CANNOT specify which document(s) they will accept from an employee.
Section 2: Employer Review and Verification
This section is to be completed and signed by the EMPLOYER (Human Resources), or Authorized Representative, within three (3) business days of the hire. Examine one (1) document from List A OR examine one (1) document from List B AND one (1) document from List C.
Section 3: Reverification and Rehires
This section is used ONLY when rehiring a former employee. The EMPLOYER (Human Resources), or Authorized Representative, must complete and sign this section within three (3) business days. Remember, the employer CANNOT specify which document(s) they will accept from an employee.