I-9 Central is an online resource provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to help employers and employees in understanding and complying with the requirements of Form I-9, the Employment Eligibility Verification form. This platform offers guidance on completing, retaining, and storing Form I-9, ensuring that employers adhere to federal regulations regarding the verification of employee identity and employment authorization.

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Key Features:

• Form I-9 Guidance:

  • Detailed instructions on how to accurately complete each section of Form I-9.

  • Clarification on which documents are acceptable for verifying identity and employment authorization.

• Preventing Discrimination:

  • Information on employee rights and best practices to prevent discrimination during the employment eligibility verification process.

  • Guidance on avoiding unfair practices and understanding the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

• Learning Resources:

  • Access to multimedia materials, including webinars and instructional videos, to educate employers and employees about the Form I-9 process.

  • Resources to help understand the roles, responsibilities, and rights of both employers and employees in the verification process.

• Handbook for Employers (M-274):

  • A comprehensive manual providing step-by-step guidance for employers on completing Form I-9, including examples and detailed explanations.

  • Regular updates to reflect changes in regulations and procedures.

• Form I-9 Resources:

  • Access to the latest version of Form I-9 and its instructions.

  • Information on acceptable documents, retention and storage requirements, and procedures for reverification and rehires.

• Legal Requirements and Enforcement:

  • Insights into the legal obligations of employers concerning employment eligibility verification.

  • Information on Form I-9 inspections, penalties for non-compliance, and guidance on how to handle such situations.

For comprehensive information and resources related to Form I-9 and employment eligibility verification, visit I-9 Central: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central

This platform is essential for employers seeking to comply with federal employment verification requirements and for employees to understand their rights and responsibilities in the process.

🔗 I-9 Central: Employment Eligibility Verification