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MARCH 12, 2013, The new I-9 form is here: use of prior versions should be discontinued after 5/7/2013 By Patrice B. Morrison and Courtney H. New Since the enactment of the Immigration Reform and Control

How to fill out the new i-9 form

How to fill out the new i-9 form:

1. Obtain the latest version of the i-9 form from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website or from your employer. It is important to use the most current form to ensure compliance with immigration regulations.
2. Begin by providing your personal information in section 1 of the i-9 form. This includes your full legal name, home address, date of birth, social security number, and email address (optional). Ensure that all the information is accurate and up to date.
3. If you are representing a company or organization, provide the business name and address in section 2 of the form. Otherwise, leave this section blank.
4. In section 1 of the i-9 form, there is a portion where you need to indicate your citizenship status. Choose the appropriate option that applies to you, such as U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or foreign national authorized to work in the country.
5. If you selected an option other than U.S. citizen, you will need to provide additional information to establish your eligibility to work in the United States. This typically involves providing your Alien or Admission Number, as well as the expiration date of your work authorization document, such as an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
6. Review all the information provided in section 1 and ensure its accuracy. Once you have completed this section, sign and date the form to certify that the information you provided is true and correct.

Who needs the new i-9 form:

1. All U.S. employers are required to use the i-9 form to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees. This includes both citizens and noncitizens.
2. New employees, regardless of their citizenship status, must complete the i-9 form within three business days of their start date. The form serves as evidence that the employer has verified the employee's identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
3. Existing employees who require re-verification of their work authorization, such as due to the expiration of their employment authorization document, will also need to complete a new i-9 form.
4. Employers must retain copies of completed i-9 forms for each employee for a specified period, usually three years from the date of hire or one year after the employee's termination, whichever is later.

It is important to remember that the information provided here is a general guideline. For specific instructions on how to fill out the new i-9 form, refer to the USCIS instructions accompanying the form or consult with your employer's HR department.

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What is the new i-9 form?

The new i-9 form is the latest version of the Employment Eligibility Verification form used by employers to verify the identity and employment authorization of their employees.

Who is required to file the new i-9 form?

All employers in the United States are required to use the new i-9 form for verifying the employment eligibility of their employees.

How to fill out the new i-9 form?

The new i-9 form must be completed by both the employee and employer. The employee must provide their personal information and attest to their employment authorization, while the employer must review and verify the employee's documentation.

What is the purpose of the new i-9 form?

The purpose of the new i-9 form is to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

What information must be reported on the new i-9 form?

The new i-9 form requires the employee to provide their full legal name, date of birth, social security number, and citizenship status. Additionally, the employee must present valid documentation to prove their identity and employment authorization.

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