Compliance services

I-9 audit and remediation services

An internal Form I-9 audit against current USCIS standards, with a written remediation plan. Catapult finds and fixes I-9 errors before a government audit does.

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The consultation that scopes your audit is complimentary.

The risk

What is at stake

Maintaining accurate Form I-9s is a heavy administrative burden. Even a small oversight can lead to significant exposure. If you are not certain that every form meets current federal standards, you are not just looking at paperwork errors, you are looking at risk.

Costly penaltiesFines scale quickly across an entire workforce, from hundreds to thousands of dollars per form. The exposure is a function of headcount, not of how serious any single mistake was.

Standards keep movingThe standards set by USCIS are rigorous and change over time. Remote verification rules and updated document lists both shifted in recent years, and forms completed correctly under old guidance are not automatically correct now.

Reputational damageThe long-term fallout of a public compliance failure outlasts the fine itself.

Legal actionSystemic inaccuracies can escalate beyond civil penalties. This is the scenario an internal audit exists to prevent.

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Free audit?

Can you get a free I-9 audit?

Partly, and it is worth being precise about which part.

The consultation is free

Catapult’s initial consultation and needs assessment costs nothing. We review how you currently handle I-9s, where the likely exposure sits, and roughly how many forms are in scope.

The full audit is a paid engagement

Reviewing every form against current USCIS standards and producing a written remediation plan is real work priced against your headcount and record condition. Anyone offering that for free is selling something else.

You can self-audit first

Employers are permitted to conduct internal I-9 audits themselves. The risk is that an inexpert correction can create a new violation, because there are specific rules about who may correct what and how.

Start with the free consultation. Request one here and we will tell you whether you need a full audit or not.

Choosing a provider

How to choose an I-9 remediation service

If you are comparing providers, these are the questions that separate them.

Do they produce a written remediation plan?A list of errors is not a plan. You need documented guidance on what to correct, who is permitted to correct it, and what to do about forms that cannot be fixed.

Do they know the correction rules?There are specific requirements about who may make a correction, how it must be annotated and dated, and what must never be altered. Corrections made the wrong way can make your position worse than leaving the error alone.

Do they handle missing forms differently from flawed ones?A form with a technical error and a form that does not exist are two different problems with two different remedies. A provider who treats them the same has not done this often.

Do they address the process, not just the backlog?Fixing historical forms without fixing what produced them means you will be back here in two years. See paperless I-9 verification for the forward-looking half.

Can they support remote verification?Remote hires and authorized representative completion have their own rules, and they are where a lot of recent errors originate.

What we do

Proven I-9 verification and audit solutions

Comprehensive audit

Meticulous review of every existing I-9 form, process, and audit trail. We identify errors, omissions, and vulnerabilities before they escalate into costly problems.

Proactive verification

Beyond fixing past mistakes, we establish robust, future-proof processes including E-Verify integration, proper document retention, and best practices for new hires and reverification.

Expert guidance

Our team acts as an extension of yours, providing clear answers, practical advice, and keeping you current on regulatory changes. You never navigate I-9 compliance alone.

Process

Clear, concise, compliant

Initial consultation and needs assessmentComplimentary, in-depth consultation to understand your current I-9 practices, identify challenges, and assess compliance goals.

Thorough I-9 audit and analysisMeticulous audit of existing I-9 forms and documentation, with detailed analysis highlighting areas of non-compliance and risk.

Remediation and best practice implementationStrategic remediation plan with automation. Correct identified errors, establish robust new processes, and provide training on best practices.

Ongoing support and trainingPeriodic compliance reviews, continuous training, and adaptation to regulatory changes. Our partnership does not end after remediation.

FAQs

I-9 audit questions

How do I get a free I-9 audit for my HR team?

Catapult’s initial consultation and needs assessment is complimentary. In it we review your current I-9 practices, identify the likely problem areas, and scope how many forms are involved. The full audit, where every form is reviewed against current USCIS standards and a written remediation plan is produced, is a paid engagement priced to your workforce size and the condition of your records.

What is an I-9 audit?

A systematic review of your Form I-9 documents to ensure compliance with U.S. immigration laws, verifying that all employees have proper employment eligibility verification and that forms are completed accurately and within required business days.

How do I choose an I-9 remediation service?

Ask whether they produce a written remediation plan rather than just an error list, whether they know the specific rules on who may correct what and how corrections must be annotated, whether they treat missing forms differently from flawed ones, and whether they fix the process that produced the errors. A provider who only audits leaves you with a diagnosis and no treatment.

How often should I conduct an internal I-9 audit?

Best practices suggest at least annually. This proactive approach helps identify and correct errors before a government audit.

What are the typical penalties for I-9 non-compliance?

Fines for substantive and uncorrected technical violations range from hundreds to thousands of dollars per form. Knowing employment of unauthorized workers results in much higher fines and potential criminal penalties.

Can we correct errors on an I-9 ourselves?

Employers may correct certain errors, but the rules are specific about who may make the correction and how it must be annotated and dated. Some fields must never be altered, and a correction made the wrong way can create a new violation on top of the original one. This is the single most common way a well-intentioned self-audit makes a file worse.

Can you help with remote I-9 verification?

Absolutely. We provide guidance and solutions for compliant remote I-9 verification processes, navigating current guidelines and ensuring your remote workforce remains fully compliant.

Is our data secure with your services?

Yes. We use industry-leading encryption and robust security protocols to protect all sensitive employee and organizational data throughout our engagement.

Catapult is a proud member of the Professional Background Screening Association, upholding the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and consumer protection in background screening.

Screening services

Related screening services

Most employers combine several of these into one screening package.

Pre-employment screening→FACIS Level 3 healthcare screening→Continuous criminal monitoring→Employment history verification→Education verification→Professional reference checks→MVR monitoring & driver screening→Volunteer background checks→Military service verification→Paperless I-9 verification→Drug screening services→Background check pricing→Professional license verification→Name and SSN verification→Credit history checks→

Ready to achieve I-9 peace of mind?

Do not let the threat of audits or regulatory complexity hinder your business. The initial consultation is free.

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