When starting work: checklist

When starting work

• 1. Complete and sign Section 1 of Form I-9 on the first dayComplete Section 1 no later than the first day you start work; do not complete it before accepting the job offer.
• 2. Choose your I-9 documentsChoose one document from List A or one document from List B and one from List C.
• 3. Show your documents within three business daysShow your original, unexpired documents to your employer within 3 business days after starting work.
• 4. Complete the SSN field correctlyIf the employer does not use E-Verify, the SSN field is optional; do not enter an ITIN in this field.
• 5. Check the information in the E-Verify noticeIf a mismatch occurs, check your personal information on the Further Action Notice and immediately report any errors to your employer.
• 6. Tell your employer your decision about resolving the mismatchDecide whether you want to resolve the mismatch and sign the notice and return it to your employer.
• 7. Make contact within eight federal business daysIf you choose to resolve the mismatch, contact DHS or SSA from the date on the Referral Date Confirmation.
• 8. Give Form W-4 to your employerComplete Form W-4 and give it to your employer so federal income tax withholding is appropriate for your situation.