--- title: "[Real Life HR] Increase in I-9 Audits: How to Stay Prepared" description: Stay prepared for the rise in I-9 audits with tips on compliance, error reduction, and utilizing electronic systems to avoid costly fines. image: https://blog.ahola.com/hubfs/FORM%20I-9%20image%20%20(1).png --- Start typing and press Enter to search * * # [Real Life HR] Increase in I-9 Audits: How to Stay Prepared [Home](https://www.ahola.com/) » [News & Events](https://blog.ahola.com/increase-in-i-9-audits-how-to-stay-prepared) » [Real Life HR] Increase in I-9 Audits: How to Stay Prepared [2025-02-10%2014:37:24](2025-02-10%2014:37:24) ![](https://blog.ahola.com/hubfs/FORM%20I-9%20image%20%20(1).png) ## [Real Life HR] Increase in I-9 Audits: How to Stay Prepared By [ Ahola Corporation ](https://blog.ahola.com/author/ahola-corporation)  Posted [ February 10, 2025](2025-02-10%2014:37:24)  In  [Payroll](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/payroll), [Human Resources](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/human-resources), [Employees](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/employees), [Hiring](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/hiring) - - - - - **Q: I recently read that I-9 audits have increased over the past couple of years and that this trend is expected to continue. Is this true? If so, what can I do to be prepared?** A: Yes, I-9 audits have been on the rise, and this trend is expected to continue. Being prepared is essential, as studies show that over 75% of paper forms contain errors or missing information. Fines for I-9 paperwork errors can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per form. Here are steps to help ensure compliance: 1. **Use the most current [Form I-9](https://d2lpvp04.na1.hubspotlinks.com/Ctc/I7+113/d2lPvP04/VV_nYY73jT9vN6bXb1b3j3zPW178YCN5rbttjN4Rsygq3qn9gW7Y8-PT6lZ3q4W615yZ948xY3zW10YpFx6V2mgFW1cqnMp8h8wy2W2mdGsp2mC5k_W2SRK8X4hzCL5VVxZGs12ksbLW195dvC3fGbb9W5ZxVxf227TFMW5z4BGD6qz9BcW60Pl2J7nYjKnW3t-_Ql1mXcNGW2YdCNd19MrntW1f8Pf848NLCtW8rjH-13Qdmr6N5hjccQts6-5W7t2dQd6sH8dXN9dvKBpJcHdFW1vll9g1PNHFmW8rs_7224wkBHW6Pv3QY1XyjnLW5C4YSM2V9pypVc-H8013c7pVW6NFnR54K7NbHVFGL7g5Gn68CW5D16708HQ6nPW4lDDyf1CXR9Vf51HSmv04). ** 2. **Verify employee information accuracy**, including Employee Information, Citizenship or Immigration Status, Employee’s Attestation, Identity and Employment Eligibility Documents (Lists A, B, and C), Employer’s Certification Information, and Reverification Requirements. 3. **Stay organized** by keeping all Forms I-9 in one place. 4. **Conduct internal I-9 audits** to identify and correct errors and properly dispose of forms past the retention period. 5. **Consider [E-Verify](https://www.e-verify.gov)** to help confirm work authorization and demonstrate compliance efforts. 6. **Use an **[**electronic system**](https://ahola.com/human-resources-consulting/) to minimize errors and streamline record-keeping. 7. **Understand compliance requirements** to protect your organization. Taking proactive steps now can help prevent costly fines and compliance challenges. If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. *This Q&A does not constitute legal advice and does not address state or local law. * ### Reply a Comment ## RELATED POSTS [![](https://blog.ahola.com/hubfs/redd-f-5U_28ojjgms-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.ahola.com/real-life-hr-department-with-high-turnover) [[Real Life HR] Department with High Turnover](https://blog.ahola.com/real-life-hr-department-with-high-turnover) [![](https://blog.ahola.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/employee-handbook-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ahola.com/reusing-another-companys-handbook-is-it-a-risk) [[Real Life HR] Reusing Another Company's Handbook: Is It a Risk?](https://blog.ahola.com/reusing-another-companys-handbook-is-it-a-risk) [![](https://blog.ahola.com/hubfs/blog%20stock%20frame%20(13)-1.png) ](https://blog.ahola.com/real-life-hr-what-employers-need-to-know-before-implementing-reference-checks) [[Real Life HR] What Employers Need to Know Before Implementing Reference Checks](https://blog.ahola.com/real-life-hr-what-employers-need-to-know-before-implementing-reference-checks) ## SUBSCRIBE ### Recent posts - [Professionalizing HR Without Losing Your Family Culture ](https://blog.ahola.com/professionalizing-hr-without-losing-your-family-culture) - [Why Encouraging Employees to Take Summer Vacation Benefits Your Workplace ](https://blog.ahola.com/why-encouraging-employees-to-take-summer-vacation-benefits-your-workplace) - [Ahola Named a 2026 Top Workplace — Six Years Running! ](https://blog.ahola.com/ahola-named-a-2026-top-workplace) - ### Topics - [Affordable Care Act (13)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/affordable-care-act) - [Benefits (223)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/benefits) - [Cybersecurity (1)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/cybersecurity) - [Employee Engagement (255)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/employee-engagement) - [Employees (603)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/employees) - [Family Business Insights (10)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/family-business-insights) - [Hiring (282)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/hiring) - [Human Resources (645)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/human-resources) - [Laws/Policies (26)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/laws-policies) - [Managing COVID-19 (153)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/managing-covid-19) - [News Release (56)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/news-release) - [Offboarding (3)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/offboarding) - [onboarding (7)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/onboarding) - [Payroll (428)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/payroll) - [Recruiting (142)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/recruiting) - [Safety (121)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/safety) - [Tax Compliance (230)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/tax-compliance) - [Time & Attendance (124)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/time-attendance) - [Training & Development (214)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/training-development) - [Trending Topic (75)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/trending-topic) - [Uncategorized (1)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/uncategorized) - [Webinars (69)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/webinars) - [Workers Comp (1)](https://blog.ahola.com/tag/workers-comp) [see all topics](https://blog.ahola.com/increase-in-i-9-audits-how-to-stay-prepared#) ### GENERAL DISCLAIMER This blog is for informational and educational purposes only. 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