On July 14th, 2008, the Department of Homeland Security began producing and issuing the U.S. Passport Card as an alternative to the traditional passport. The Passport Card was created to expedite document processing at land and sea ports of entry.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced August 8th, 2008, that the card can also be used as a Form I-9 “List A” document to verify employment eligibility. The Passport Card can be used to prove both identity and work authorization.

Employers who are outsourcing Form I-9 processes can also use the Passport Card for work authorization.

For more information on the Passport Card and employment eligibility requirements, visit: http://www.uscis.gov/files/article/Update_passportcard_8Aug08.pdf.

To outsource your Form I-9 documentation and employment eligibility processes, visit: www.I-9Compliance.com.

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