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I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification

Employment LawFederal

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Description

All U.S. employers must verify the identity and employment authorization of each person hired using Form I-9. Documents must be verified within 3 business days of hire. Records must be retained for 3 years after hire or 1 year after termination, whichever is later.

Key Details

Jurisdiction
Federal
Category
Employment Law
Renewal Frequency
per-hire
Estimated Cost
Free
Estimated Time
15 minutes per employee

Penalties for Non-Compliance

$252 to $2,507 per form for first offense; up to $25,076 for repeat violations

Who This Applies To

Minimum Employees: 1+

Official Filing Link

https://www.uscis.gov/i-9