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Final Deadline for I-9 Physical Inspection is TODAY, August 30th—Don't Risk Non-Compliance!
August 30, 2023
Time is ticking—fast! The landscape of
Form I-9 compliance has reverted to its pre-pandemic regulations, and today, August 30, 2023, is the final day for employers to complete physical inspections of eligibility documents for remote hires. Don't become a statistic in non-compliance;
take action now.
How Did We Get Here?
In the eye of the COVID-19 storm, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) gave employers the breather they needed, allowing remote verification for new hires. This temporary respite, however, terminated on July 31, 2023, which left you with a tight 30-day countdown to get all your I-9 ducks in a row. That countdown ends today.
No Time to Spare: Immediate Steps for Compliance
- Identify the Impacted Employees: If you haven't yet, immediately flag all employees whose I-9s were verified remotely and need a physical update.
- Revise and Update I-9 Forms: The clock is ticking. Either attach a new I-9 form (Section 2 or Section 3) to the existing one or utilize the 'Additional Information' box for updates.
- Use Authorized Representatives: They can still carry out the physical inspection of documents on your behalf. But act now.
- Final Verification: It's your final responsibility to ensure that all affected employee forms are physically verified and updated by the end of today, August 30th.
Special Conditions: Are You Using E-Verify?
For E-Verify users, ICE has outlined a set of criteria to qualify for ongoing remote verification:
- Be enrolled in E-Verify for all hiring sites
- Maintain good standing with E-Verify
- Have remote-verified employees between March 20, 2020, and July 31, 2023
- Have an E-Verify case for these employees
- Continue active participation in E-Verify
- Fulfill these, and you have an alternative—but it still requires a final document check, even if you used video verification previously.
Your Remote I-9 Compliance Lifeline: Clear I-9's Virtual Review Agent Network
Navigating this intricate compliance landscape is daunting but non-negotiable. However, Clear I-9’s Virtual Review Agent Network offers a streamlined solution to meet these time-sensitive requirements. The network ensures you remain unflinchingly compliant while also streamlining the verification process, making the most of your time on this final countdown day.
Today is the day—your final chance to meet these I-9 physical inspection requirements. The clock is unforgiving, but with swift action, you can navigate through these turbulent compliance waters. Act now; safeguard your business and keep the wheels of efficiency turning.
Don’t let non-compliance become your legacy.
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