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How to fill out e-verify and form i-9

How to fill out e-verify and Form I-9:

1. Obtain the necessary forms - To fill out e-verify and Form I-9, you will need to make sure you have the most up-to-date versions of both forms. You can find them on the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website.
2. Start with the employee information - Begin by providing the employee's full legal name, date of birth, and social security number in section 1 of Form I-9. Ensure this information is accurate and matches their identification documents.
3. Choose the appropriate employment eligibility category - In section 1 of Form I-9, the employee must select the appropriate employment eligibility category to indicate their status. This may include U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.
4. Complete and sign section 1 - After entering all required information, the employee must sign and date section 1 of Form I-9. They must complete this section on the first day of employment or before.
5. Review and verify documents - In section 2 of Form I-9, the employer must review the employee's identification documents to confirm their identity and work authorization. The employee must present either one document from List A (which establishes both identity and work authorization) or one document from List B (which establishes identity) along with a document from List C (which establishes work authorization).
6. Record document information - Once the employer has reviewed the documents, they must record the document title, issuing authority, document number, and expiration date (if applicable) in section 2 of Form I-9.
7. Complete and sign section 2 - After recording the document information, the employer must sign and date section 2 of Form I-9 to attest that they have examined the documents and believe them to be genuine and relate to the employee.

Who needs e-verify and Form I-9:

1. Employers in the United States - All employers in the United States are required to complete Form I-9 for each newly hired employee, regardless of the employee's citizenship or immigration status. This includes both private and public sector employers.
2. Employers participating in the e-verify program - In addition to completing Form I-9, certain employers are also required to use the e-verify system to verify the employment eligibility of their employees. E-verify is an internet-based system managed by USCIS that compares the information from an employee's Form I-9 with government records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.
3. Employers with federal contracts or subcontracts - Federal contractors and subcontractors are generally required to use e-verify for all newly hired employees, regardless of whether their contracts are performed entirely in the United States or partially overseas.

Please note that the above information is a general guide and it is advisable to refer to the official USCIS resources for detailed instructions and specific requirements.

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What is e-verify and form i-9?

E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows employers to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Form I-9 is used for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Who is required to file e-verify and form i-9?

All employers in the United States are required to complete Form I-9 for each individual they hire. Some employers are also required to use E-Verify, based on their location or type of business.

How to fill out e-verify and form i-9?

Employers must ensure that employees complete Section 1 of Form I-9 on or before their first day of employment, and the employer must complete Section 2 within 3 business days of the employee's hire date. E-Verify is used to electronically verify the information provided on Form I-9.

What is the purpose of e-verify and form i-9?

The purpose of E-Verify and Form I-9 is to ensure that individuals are authorized to work in the United States and to prevent illegal employment.

What information must be reported on e-verify and form i-9?

Form I-9 requires employees to provide their name, date of birth, social security number, and information about their identity and employment authorization. E-Verify confirms the information provided on Form I-9.

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