If an employee changes their citizenship status after completing Form I-9, what is required regarding their attestation?

When an employee changes their citizenship status after completing Form I-9, they can voluntarily update Section 1 of the form. This is significant because updating their attestation reflects their current status and compliance with U.S. immigration laws. While the employee is not legally required to update the form, doing so ensures that their employment records are accurate and up to date.

It is important to note that the I-9 form is designed to ensure that employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees, and having accurate information in Section 1 is part of maintaining that integrity. Voluntary updates allow both the employee and the employer to be on the same page regarding the employee's eligibility for continued employment based on their current citizenship status.

The other choices involve specific obligations or requirements that do not necessarily apply here. For instance, while updating the attestation is good practice, it is not mandated that a new Form I-9 be completed solely due to a citizenship change, nor is there a requirement to notify the employer immediately about this change unless it is relevant to their employment eligibility.