E-Verify: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters

E-Verify: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters

E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.12

Here's a breakdown:

  • How it works:

    • Employers use information from the Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) to create cases in E-Verify.3
    • E-Verify then compares that information to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA).45
    • Employers usually receive a response within6 seconds indicating whether the employee's employment eligibility is confirmed or if further action is needed.7

  • Purpose:

    • To help employers ensure they have a legal workforce.

  • Key points:

    • E-Verify is voluntary for most employers.8
    • Participation in E-Verify is mandatory for some federal contractors.9
    • The system is designed to be fast, free, and easy to use.10

  • Important Note: E-Verify is a tool to help employers comply with immigration laws.11 It does not determine an individual's immigration status or citizenship.12

Disclaimer: This information is for general knowledge and does not constitute legal advice.

For the most up-to-date and accurate information, please refer to the official E-Verify website: https://www.e-verify.gov/

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