On July 17, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, issued an updated version of Form I-9: Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). Under federal law, every employer that recruits, refers for a fee or hires an individual for employment in the United States must complete a Form I-9.
The updated form replaces a version that was issued in 2016. Employers may continue using the 2016 form until Sept. 17, 2017. Exclusive use of the updated form is expected by Sept. 18, 2017. The new form expires on Aug. 31, 2019.
Action Steps
- Employers must become familiar with the new Form I-9 and transition to its exclusive use by Sept. 18, 2017.
- Employers must continue their compliance with collecting and retaining Form I-9.
- Employers may download the 2017 Form I-9from the USCIS website.
Storage Rules
Storage rules for I-9 form are still effective and USCIS is also offering a new and improved Handbook for Employers: Guidance for Completing Form I-9 (M-274)
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