A Spanish version of the Handbook for Employers (M-274), Instructions for Completing Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification Form), is now available en Español (i.e., Spanish). Like the English version of the M-274, it provides answers to form I-9 questions, provides lists of acceptable employment authorization and identity documents, and guidance on anti-discrimination issues … all en Español.
Practice Pointer — do not be confused by the fact that there is a Spanish version of the form I-9 as well as a Spanish version of the M-274 into thinking that you can complete a Spanish version of the form I-9 for your U.S. based employees. That’s a no no. Completion and retention of the Spanish version of the form I-9 is only acceptable in Puerto Rico.