USCIS Introduces New Feature to Help Resolve E-Verify DHS TNCs
March 10, 2021
USCIS announced the introduction of myUploads, a new feature in myE-Verify that helps employees and individuals electronically resolve their E-Verify DHS tentative nonconfirmations (TNCs) by uploading documents through a computer or smart device.
March 5, 2021
E-Verify announced that, on March 4, 2021, it updated the Social Security Administration (SSA) Tentative Nonconfirmation (TNC) process. Now, employees who receive an SSA TNC with a citizenship mismatch have the option to call DHS to resolve their cases instead of visiting an SSA field office.
December 7, 2020
USCIS reminded E-Verify employers that they must take action on TNCs within 10 federal government working days.
November 25, 2020
USCIS provided a note that employers can share with employees so they are aware of their responsible in the TNC process.
November 16, 2020
USCIS provided FAQs on the TNC process. Issues addressed include photo mismatch DHS TNC and how employees can take action on a TNC and correct their records.
November 9, 2020
USCIS provided a list of links and resources for employers on the Tentative Nonconfirmation (TNC) process.
November 2, 2020
USCIS reminds employers whose employees receive a Tentative Nonconfirmation (TNC) that they must give the employees the Further Action Notice from E-Verify and discuss it with them privately.
October 26, 2020
USCIS reminded employers of employer responsibilities in the TNC process. E-Verify requires enrolled employers to take action on Tentative Nonconfirmations (TNC) for their employees within 10 federal government working days. USCIS reminded employers that they cannot take adverse action against an employee because of their decision to contest a TNC or because their E-Verify case is still pending with DHS or SSA.
October 19, 2020
USCIS reminded employers of the dos and don'ts when creating e-verify cases. For example, employers should review acceptable documents from Form I-9 Lists of Acceptable Documents; should create a case for each newly hired employee no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay; and should notify each employee who receives a TNC and give them the opportunity to contest it.
October 15, 2020
USCIS announced that it is launching a communication campaign to remind employers of their roles and responsibilities in the Tentative Nonconfirmation (TNC) process. In the coming weeks, USCIS will provide a sequence of articles geared towards the TNC process to help employers remain compliant with E-Verify program requirements.