About the Event

For nearly thirty years, the rules around Form I-9 errors have followed a fairly consistent pattern. Some mistakes could be corrected without penalty, while others could result in fines. Recent updates to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) I-9 policies are beginning to reshape that landscape.

Errors that were historically treated as correctible may now, in certain cases, be classified as more serious violations. In addition, ICE has introduced new error classifications to reflect prior changes to the Form I-9. Taken together, these updates may increase employer exposure during an inspection.

Join Equifax for a deep dive into how I-9 error classifications are evolving, what these changes may mean in practice, and how organizations can better respond with greater clarity and confidence.

This session will cover:

• ICE’s 2026 Fact Sheet and how it modifies longstanding I-9 penalty guidance
• Key examples of errors that may carry greater risk under the updated framework
• Interactive scenarios: how common I-9 errors may be classified today
• What hasn’t changed: the potential benefits of correcting errors and demonstrating good faith
• Proactive steps to help assess historical I-9s and prioritize areas of potential risk

With the margin for error continuing to narrow, the Form I-9 process is no longer just a paperwork task—it is becoming a larger financial risk consideration for employers. Learn how to better prepare for these changes and what steps to consider next.