Purpose of I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
An I-9 Form is used to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Federal law requires that all U.S. employers must properly complete Form I-9 for each individual they hire for employment in the United States. This includes citizens and noncitizens. Both employees and employers must complete the form. When hiring new employees, authorized UNL Human Resources professionals are acting on behalf of UNL, as the employer.