When is an I-9 form used in talent acquisition?

• A. In the U.S., to verify identity and eligibility to work; completed after hire and before employment start (or within required period).
• B. To determine salary.
• C. To verify tax withholding status.
• D. To assess cultural fit during onboarding.

Answer: (A)

The I-9 form is the Employment Eligibility Verification. It’s used to confirm that a new hire is legally authorized to work in the United States and to verify their identity. The form is completed after a candidate is hired and must be finished within a short window around the start date (typically within three business days). It isn’t used to set salary, determine tax withholding, or assess cultural fit during onboarding.