On November 18, 2020, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE)
announced an extension of its policy allowing
flexibility in performing in-person verification of documents
presented for Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. This
most recent extension is effective through December 31, 2020.
The Form I-9 compliance flexibility policy will continue to
apply only to employers and workplaces that are operating remotely.
There are no exceptions for in-person verification of identity and
employment eligibility documentation for employees who are
physically present at their employer's work location.
Ogletree
Deakins' Immigration Practice Group will continue to
monitor developments with respect to the policy changes and will
post updates on the Immigration
blog as additional information becomes available. Important
information for employers is also available via the firm's
webinar programs.
