Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is the Form I-9 and why is it important to me?

Federal law requires that every employer who recruits, refers for a fee, or hires an individual for employment in the U.S. must complete Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

What is E-Verify?

E-Verify is a system operated by Department of Homeland Security allowing employers to confirm the information that employees provide on their Form I-9. The E-Verify system works by trying to match Form I-9 data with information maintained by various government agencies, such as Social Security Administration.

What is the difference between Form I-9 and E-Verify?

Form I-9 is a required document for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

E-Verify, authorized by Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA), is a web-based system through which employers electronically confirm the employment eligibility of their employees.

Is E-Verify required by law?

Mandatory E-Verify use depends on location. Please click here to view a map detailing where E-Verify is required by law.

Why should employers use E-Verify?

Properly using E-Verify helps employers detect invalid and false documentation, drastically reducing the risk of hiring an individual who is not authorized to work in the United States.

What are the consequences of not keeping a Form I-9?

The consequences can range from financial penalties to loss of federal contracts and may even include monitoring by the federal government, among others. The monetary penalties start at $110 and can reach a staggering $16,000 per violation. Click here for more information on penalties related to the Form I-9.

Where can I find resources for the Form I-9?

Employer resources regarding Form I-9 can be found here, at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services’ website.

Technical

How do I know my data is secure?

Form I-9 Compliance LLC is one of the only Form I-9 and E-Verify vendors to receive a SOC 2 Type 2 report, providing peace of mind to its clients and partners. Click here to learn more about our security certification.

Who determines the E-Verify employment eligibility status?

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The E-Verify program is operated by DHS at the federal government level and issues all case results.

Can we produce any reports on the I-9 data?

The Fi9 software allows users to generate various reports on a company’s Form I-9 records stored in the database,  as well as E-Verify submission data. There is also a custom report feature, allowing users to compile and generate the perfect report for their needs.

Does the software support remote hires?

Yes, our cloud-based application allows employers to email sections of the Form I-9 for completion.

Can we incorporate the electronic Form I-9 into our current onboarding platform?

Yes, Form I-9 Compliance LLC offers the tools to seamlessly integrate its Electronic Form I-9 and E-Verify into virtually any new hire process. Click here for more information on integration capabilities.

Current Clients

How do I login?

Click here to be directed to the Form I-9 Compliance LLC login page. Then enter your company ID, username, and password before clicking login.

I forgot my password.

Navigate to the login page and click “Forgot Your Password?” to be sent temporary credentials and regain access.

Is there any post-purchase support?

Absolutely yes, we are proud to provide a dedicated, on-site support team that is available to assist Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

If you have a question that is not answered on this page, please contact support@formi9.com and our team will assist as soon as possible.