Equifax to Expand I-9 Anywhere® with New Virtual Option

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Equifax is launching a virtual component of its I-9 Anywhere solution to address the demand for remote onboarding services. The new capability will align with the recent DHS announcement allowing electronic Form I-9 verification. Equifax expects to launch the virtual option before the end of the year.

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• Equifax is addressing the growing demand for flexible, remote onboarding services by offering a virtual component of its I-9 Anywhere solution.
• The new capability will align with the recent DHS announcement enabling employers to conduct Form I-9 verification electronically and with a live video call interaction.
• Equifax expects to launch the new I-9 Anywhere virtual option prior to the end of the year.

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Virtual Capability Will Help Employers More Easily Onboard Remote Workers Amidst New DHS Regulations 

ATLANTA, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equifax® (NYSE: EFX) is addressing the growing demand for flexible, remote onboarding services by offering a virtual component of its award-winning I-9 Anywhere^® solution. This enhancement will make it easier for eligible employers to streamline their onboarding processes and enhance new hire experiences. The new capability will align with the recent U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announcement enabling employers who participate in E-Verify and are in good standing to have the option to conduct Form I-9 verification electronically and with a live video call interaction.

As employers navigate the changing regulatory landscape, many are seeking new solutions and processes that provide an additional degree of flexibility. The new I-9 Anywhere virtual component will offer employers a fully outsourced I-9 solution – regardless of where their new hires are located.

"The new I-9 Anywhere virtual option is one more way we are helping businesses simplify complex HR processes," said Lisa Chall, Vice President of Onboarding & Talent Solutions at Equifax Workforce Solutions. "We're helping employers offer their new hires an easier, mobile-first onboarding experience that supports today's workforce."

The virtual option will complement the existing I-9 Anywhere in-person process. It will provide employers who participate in E-Verify and are in good standing with the flexibility to have the new hire schedule an in-person appointment at an I-9 Anywhere location or through a video call in order to complete the necessary employment documentation.

Equifax Workforce Solutions expects to launch the new I-9 Anywhere virtual option prior to the end of the year, and remains committed to driving innovation and expanding its leading onboarding solution suite. To learn more about I-9 Anywhere, I-9 HQ, or other onboarding resources, visit our website.

ABOUT EQUIFAX INC.
At Equifax (NYSE: EFX), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by 14,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region. For more information, visit Equifax.com.

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FAQ

What is Equifax launching to address the demand for remote onboarding services?

Equifax is launching a virtual component of its I-9 Anywhere solution.

What does the recent DHS announcement enable employers to do?

The recent DHS announcement enables employers to conduct Form I-9 verification electronically and with a live video call interaction.

When does Equifax expect to launch the new I-9 Anywhere virtual option?

Equifax expects to launch the new I-9 Anywhere virtual option prior to the end of the year.