August 13, 2020
The flexibility to review Form I-9 Section 2 documents remotely is no longer allowed.
All hiring departments must now either:
- Review and complete the Section 2 of the Form I-9 in person; OR
- Assign an authorized representative who will complete Section 2 and review the documentation in person on Harvard’s behalf.
The authorized representative can be any adult and Harvard staff can assist the new hire and their authorized representative in completing Section 2 via video conference. Updated guidance and instructions for in-person review of section 2 documentation can be found can be found on the Office of the Controller's website.