What is E-Verify?
E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). It links to federal databases to help employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. While its usage is largely voluntary, some states have passed laws making it mandatory for certain businesses. E-Verify is free to employers and is available in all 50 states.
Similar to E-Verify, “Self Check” is a free online tool individuals can use to confirm their own employment eligibility. This allows individuals to identify and deal with any data mismatches found before being hired and checked by an E-Verify participating employer.
What is “E-Verify Listens”?
USCIS wants to provide an E-Verify program that is effective and easy-to-use. “E-Verify Listens” is a community where users can submit, browse and discuss ideas, as well as give a “thumbs-up, thumbs-down” vote for their favorite ideas to improve the E-Verify program. Sharing your ideas and comments on “E-Verify Listens” can make E-Verify even better in the future.
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