When filling out the i9 Form, can an employer accept a Social Security card from an alien as proof of work authorization?

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When filling out the i9 Form, can an employer accept a Social Security card from an alien as proof of work authorization?

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When filling out the I-9 form, can an employer accept a social security card from an alien as proof of work authorization?
When filling out the I-9 Form, can I accept a social security card from an alien as proof of work authorization?
Can our company accept a new hires physical form and medical card from his previous employer?

score 0 · Answer 1 · 2010-10-09T07:23:21+00:00

Yes. If the Social Security card does NOT have a statement on it which says NOT VALID FOR EMPLOYMENT, it should be accepted as proof of employment eligibility. Such an unrestricted Social Security card is clearly listed on the back of Form I-9 as a List C acceptable document under List C.

When filling out the i9 Form, can an employer accept a Social Security card from an alien as proof of work authorization?

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