Failure to comply with I-9 verification and document retention requirements could result in a penalty. On June 28, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an updated fine schedule that includes:
I-9 Paperwork Violations range from $281 to $2,789 per form.
Knowingly employing unauthorized aliens ranges from $698 (first offense) to $27,894 (third or more offense).
E-Verify Employers can incur additional fines of $973 to $1,942 per individual due to non-confirmation notices.
Fines vary and can increase significantly based on the number of violations, especially when a large number of late I-9s or incomplete I-9s are discovered. To review the complete list of penalty adjustments, visit the Federal Register.