From HR Ideas, Inc.
On March 8, 2013, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued an updated I-9 form. The new form should be used for new hires, effective immediately.
What is the Form I-9? What is the purpose of it?
The Form I-9 is a document used to verify the identity and employment authorization of each new employee hired after November 6, 1986, to work in the United States of America. The verification includes both citizens and non-citizens.
What is different on the new form?
- It is now two pages.
- It now includes expanded instructions.
- It now includes new fields for email address, phone number and foreign passport in Section 1.
Who must use this updated form?
Although all employers are expected to use this form for new employees effective immediately, the older forms will be accepted until May 7, 2013. In the case of re-verification or rehires, the new form should also be used. Any outdated blank I-9 forms should be discarded.
Where can I find the new I-9?
The new Form I-9 can be found on HR Ideas, Inc. website: http://hrideas.com/downloads/I-9.pdf.
How long will the new I-9 be effective?
The new form is effective until March 31, 2016.
Where can I find more information?
Vist www.uscis.gov/i-9. If you have any questions or need our assistance, please contact us at 925.556.4404.
HR Ideas, Inc. can be reached at Bishop Ranch 2, 2680 Bishop Dr., #126, San Ramon, CA 94583. 925.556.4404 Office. 925.359.1470 Fax. HRIdeas.com.
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