Vijay Thakkar has more than 12 years of HR Operations experience, including 8 years helping employers improve their Form I-9 management and E-Verify compliance, especially for mergers & acquisitions, internal and external I-9 audits, training and development, migration to the electronic system, I-9 escalations, quality checks, strategic planning, and building standard operating procedures with a keen interest in US immigration and global mobility.

Prior to joining Experian, Thakkar has served as Levi Strauss & Co’s I-9 subject matter expert, an investigator to the behavioral health unit at the US Army, and Sustainability Analyst at his alma mater the University of Texas at Arlington from where he earned his Master’s in Human Resource Management and MBA.

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Form I-9 Changes and E-Verify Updates: What Employers Need to Know for 2025

Learn about the recent Form I-9 changes and E-Verify updates for 2025 to ensure your organization meets new compliance requirements.

Published: April 3, 2025 by Vijay Thakkar
How to Conduct Virtual I-9 Verification

Remote I-9 verification is possible with a permanent virtual procedure for Section 2. Learn how to ensure a smooth process.

Published: January 27, 2025 by Vijay Thakkar
Form I-9: The Full Guide to Verification and Compliance

Learn everything about Form I-9, including verification steps, compliance requirements, and legal implications for employers and employees.

Published: December 9, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Native American Tribal Documents for I-9 Completion: A Comprehensive Guide

Native American tribal documents can serve as valid identification and proof of work authorization for Form I-9. Learn more about ensuring compliance when utilizing these documents.

Published: December 3, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
What is Form I-9? Everything You Need to Know

Learn what Form I-9 is, why it’s crucial for employers and employees, and how to complete it correctly. Ensure compliance with U.S. employment verification laws.

Published: November 26, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Seasonal Surge: Ensuring I-9 Compliance Amidst Holiday Hiring

When holiday hiring ramps up, compliance mistakes become more common. Learn how to avoid Form I-9 mistakes with this guide.

Published: October 11, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Beyond the Form: Key Metrics to Track for I-9 Excellence

Tracking these key Form I-9 metrics can help your organization improve compliance and avoid errors. Learn what they are in this overview.

Published: September 27, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
I-9 Changes 2024: Are You Ready?

Stay compliant with the updated Form I-9 in 2024! Our guide explains the key changes so you are ready for a smooth hiring process & avoid penalties.

Published: August 14, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar, Gordon Middleton
What’s an I-9 Authorized Representative? 

What's an I-9 authorized representative? Uncover the crucial role they play in simplifying immigration documentation for employers.

Published: May 21, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Form I-9 Penalties for Noncompliance

Discover the Form I-9 penalties for noncompliance and understand the consequences to stay compliant and protect your business.

Published: May 14, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Form I-9 Compliance Violations to Avoid

Learn about the Form-9 compliance violations that can be very costly, but easily avoidable if you follow best practices and automate I-9 verification.

Published: April 29, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Form I-9 Compliance and mDLs: What Employers Need to Know

Digital credentials like mDLs are emerging as a solution to enhance privacy and security when credentials are needed, including for Form I-9.

Published: April 17, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
A Guide to Using ADIT I-94 for Completing Form I-9

The Form I-9 consists of two main sections: Section 1 is completed by the employee and Section 2 is completed by the employer after examining the employee's original documents. These documents, from the list of Form I-9 acceptable documents, are one document from either List A or List B and one document from List C.

Published: March 25, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
The Complexities of Pre-Populating the Form I-9

Proper completion and processing of Form I-9 has been of the highest importance for every employer ever since the Immigration Reform and Control Act mandated its use in 1986. Known as the Employment Eligibility Verification Form, this document serves to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every new employee hired to work for U.S. employers.

Published: March 21, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Increased Form I-9 Fines Released by Department of Homeland Security

It has been almost four decades since the Immigration Reform and Control Act was introduced in 1986. Yet, many employers still have trouble understanding the importance of avoiding common Form I-9 compliance violations. These violations can have a serious impact on a business, and there is a broad range of Form I-9 compliance violations resulting from negligence. The penalties the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can impose for even the most benign can be very costly and detrimental to employers.

Published: March 1, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar
Tips for Responding to Notice of Inspection of Form I-9

Responding to an I-9 Notice of Inspection timely is critical as it determines further actions. Take these next steps to reduce risks.

Published: December 13, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar
New Florida E-Verify Law is in Action and Inconsistently Backdated

The FDLA is sending out audit notices related to the new Florida E-Verify law, but with inconsistencies on the effective date.

Published: November 9, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar
Form M-274: Guidance for Completing Form I-9

Learn more about the importance of the M-274 Handbook for Employers and make sure to align your I-9 practices with current guidelines.

Published: October 26, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

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