Labor & Employment Law

Use of Revised I-9 Now Required

The U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services Department issued a reminder that today, April 3rd is the day to begin using the new I-9 form.  Originally, the new form was to go into effect in February, but that date had been revised to April 3rd.   A few notes are in order:

1.  Begin using the new form today.

Revised I-9 - April, 2009

2.  Download a copy of the new manual for employers to make sure your internal process remain in compliance and be sure to review the discussion of approved documents on page 43.  The manual contains information on:

How to complete the form
Completing form I-9 .5
Photocopying and retaining the form
Instructions for recruiters and referrers for a fee
E-Verify
Acceptable documents for verifying employment authorization and identity

Handbook for Employers - Employment Eligibility Verification

Full post as published by Strategic HR Lawyer on April 03, 2009 (boomark / email).