Vijay Thakkar has more than 12 years of HR Operations experience, including 8 years helping employers improve their Form I-9 management and E-Verify compliance, especially for mergers & acquisitions, internal and external I-9 audits, training and development, migration to the electronic system, I-9 escalations, quality checks, strategic planning, and building standard operating procedures with a keen interest in US immigration and global mobility.

Prior to joining Experian, Thakkar has served as Levi Strauss & Co’s I-9 subject matter expert, an investigator to the behavioral health unit at the US Army, and Sustainability Analyst at his alma mater the University of Texas at Arlington from where he earned his Master’s in Human Resource Management and MBA.

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When holiday hiring ramps up, compliance mistakes become more common. Learn how to avoid Form I-9 mistakes with this...

Published: October 11, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Tracking these key Form I-9 metrics can help your organization improve compliance and avoid errors. Learn what they are in this...

Published: September 27, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Stay compliant with the updated Form I-9 in 2024! Our guide explains the key changes so you are ready for a smooth hiring process...

Published: August 14, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar, Gordon Middleton

What's an I-9 authorized representative? Uncover the crucial role they play in simplifying immigration documentation for...

Published: May 21, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Discover the penalties for noncompliance and understand the consequences to stay compliant and protect your...

Published: May 14, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Learn about the Form-9 compliance violations that can be very costly, but easily avoidable if you follow best practices and automate I-9 verification.... Published: April 29, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Digital credentials like mDLs are emerging as a solution to enhance privacy and security when credentials are needed, including for Form...

Published: April 17, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

The Form I-9 consists of two main sections: Section 1 is completed by the employee and Section 2 is completed by the employer after...

Published: March 25, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Proper completion and processing of Form I-9 has been of the highest importance for every employer ever since the Immigration Reform and Control Act...

Published: March 21, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

It has been almost four decades since the Immigration Reform and Control Act was introduced in 1986. Yet, many employers still have trouble understanding...

Published: March 1, 2024 by Vijay Thakkar

Responding to an I-9 Notice of Inspection timely is critical as it determines further actions. Take these next steps to reduce...

Published: December 13, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

The FDLA is sending out audit notices related to the new Florida E-Verify law, but with inconsistencies on the effective...

Published: November 9, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

Learn more about the importance of the M-274 Handbook for Employers and make sure to align your I-9 practices with current...

Published: October 26, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

Learn how employers can maintain I-9 compliance when a Puerto Rico birth certificate is used as a list C...

Published: October 19, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

The 540-day extension of employment authorization documents is reverting to a standard 180-day extension Oct....

Published: October 2, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

Remote I-9 verification is now possible through a permanent procedure. Read more on ways to ensure its smooth...

Published: September 6, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

Learn what to expect during an external I-9 audit and how to best prepare so you can reduce your risk of fines and... Published: August 9, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

An internal I-9 audit can improve compliance and overall I-9 management. Learn how to conduct one for your organization and reduce your risk of......

Published: July 10, 2023 by Vijay Thakkar

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