Are You at Risk of I-9 Penalties?

ICE has ramped up worksite audits—and even small paperwork errors can result in fines up to $2,861 per violation. Whether you manage I-9s on paper, electronically, or both, your risk grows with every new hire.

Our free calculator helps you understand:

How much your business could be fine
Where your biggest compliance gaps are
How to take immediate action to reduce your risk

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Use our slider tool below to get a fast projection of your potential I-9 penalty exposure based on your employee count and processing method.
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Risk score with benchmarks by industry and company size
Top 3 compliance risk factors in your organization
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What’s Driving the Risk in 2025?

ICE has quadrupled enforcement since 2019
Fines now range from $288 to $2,861 per violation
Unauthorized worker fines can exceed $28,000 per employee
Hybrid I-9 systems (paper and electronic) increase your exposure

Don’t wait for a Notice of Inspection to find out your process is out of date

How We Help You Stay Audit-Ready

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Built-in E-Verify integration
Smart alerts for re-verification
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Centralized dashboards for multi-location oversight
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- Amber Morgan, HR & Safety Coordinator, Young's Plant Farm

“I9 Intelligence’s platform and expert guidance helped us avoid over $250K in potential penalties during an ICE audit. That’s a big deal for a small business like ours.”

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FAQs About I-9 Compliance Risk

What’s the average I-9 fine?

Penalties for paperwork violations range from $288–$2,861 per form. Unauthorized employment fines can reach $28,619 per worker.

Does ICE actually audit small businesses?

Yes. ICE audits businesses of all sizes, especially those in high-turnover industries like hospitality, agriculture, and construction.

What happens if we have incomplete or missing I-9s?

Each incomplete or missing I-9 is considered a separate violation—and each can result in a fine.

Can I use this calculator for terminated employees too?

Yes. You’ll include employees terminated within the last 3 years since their I-9s must still be retained and compliant.

How can I fix past compliance mistakes?

Our compliance experts can help you remediate historical issues, digitize your I-9s, and prepare for audits proactively.

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Whether you’re onboarding 1 employee or thousands, now is the time to understand your compliance exposure. Use our I-9 risk calculator and take the first step toward smarter, safer hiring.
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