Document I-9 is the form for validation for identity and work purposes. Sometimes it is the responsibility of the employers to get this I-9 form from their employees to hire them at their workplace. These documents are required by the United States federal law.
These I-9 documents are categorized into three lists: List A, List B, and List C. Employees can provide one document from List A, or one document from both List B and List C.
If we talk deeply about what is actually asked or mentioned in these lists, I have explained that below.
List A contains all the documents that are needed to establish both employment and authorization. Some examples of these documents include: U.S passport, Green Card or Alien Registration Receipt Card, Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Card, and Foreign passport with a visa and Form I-94 which indicates work authorization.
The documents in list B are specifically established for validating the identity of the person. These documents include driver license, School ID card with a photograph, voter registration card, and U.S. military card or draft record.
Lastly, the list C asks for documents that are only needed to establish employment authorization only. It requires certification of birth which made in abroad means having the form FS-545. Also, it requires the birth certificate made in the premises of United States. Apart from it, list C also needs Employment authorization document issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Card (not stamped “not valid for employment”).
Process of Using I-9 Documents
Since there can be many people who might do not know how to process I-9 documents. I have given a brief method to process the documents easily.
Employee completes section1 of form i-9 documents upon starting employment. Employer Completes Section 2 by reviewing the documents the employee provides and ensuring they are valid and appear genuine.
It is advised to employees to keep these documents with them until a specific period of time so they can show them if any government official carry out inspection.
The individual must keep in mind that adding false or vague information in the form will be considered as a violence of U.S. law and might have severe consequences. Employers are also prohibited from discriminating against individuals during the verification process.
What Are I9 Documents Needed For?
If you are not clear that what is the purpose of I-9 documents yet, No worries I am going to discuss it further.
The primary purpose of I-9 documents is to confirm the identity of an individual, that they are who they claim to be and similarly at the same time the documents also verifies that the individual is legally permitted to work in United States.
The government of United States of America mandates these documents to prevent unauthorized employment and Support national security and immigration laws.
How Mr. Barry Can Help
Mr. Barry, an experienced attorney can make the entire I-9 documentation process can be quite helpful. The employer or the employee can seek guidance from him and he can ensure that the documents have a compliance with U.S. employment laws, helping employers avoid costly mistakes or penalties.
Also, Mr. Schneps will also guide you about policies related to handle Form I-9 procedures and advise on handling complex cases, such as when a document’s validity is unclear.
He also has a firm under his name in Queens, New York that can also be visited if one wants his help in any aspect.
Final Thoughts
I-9 documents play an important role in verifying an individual’s identity and work authorization in the United States. Both employees and employers must handle the process carefully to ensure compliance with federal law.
Mistakes or misinformation can lead to serious consequences, so understanding the requirements and procedures is quite important.
With the help of a professional attorney like Mr. Barry, the process becomes easier and more reliable, ensuring everything is done correctly and in accordance with the law.
