HAS YOUR COMPANY BEEN THROUGH AN I-9 AUDIT?

One Source just went through one and we are pleased to announce we passed with no errors! We apply the same high standards internally as we do when reviewing your I-9s for processing through the E-Verify system. So, here are a few quick tips we’ve picked up over the years to survive an I-9 audit:

  • If you type up the I-9 form for the employee, you must fill out the preparer section.
  • Spanish I-9s are not legal and should be used for translation purposes only.
    • Exception: Puerto Rico
  • You do not need to reverify once a Permanent Resident Card expires. In fact, doing so could be a violation during an audit as it can be viewed as discriminative behavior.
  • If One Source already manages your eVerify: you must reverify Employment Authorization Cards. One Source will email your primary account contact whenever a document like this is about to expire.
    • Receipts are allowed if they fall under a special scenario. Check out I-9 Central to see if your situation fits.
  • You must see the physical documents when completing Section 2 of the I-9, copies are not allowed.
  • It is suggested you do a periodic self-audit, at least once a year. This will help you be prepared in case of an I-9 audit.
    • If during the audit you find an error, make sure to attach a memo to the I-9 saying how you did or did not correct the error.
  • Check out I-9 Central, this site is maintained by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and offers walkthroughs and examples of different I-9 scenarios.

Interested in learning more about One Source handling your E-Verify Services? Contact us today!

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