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What to bring to apply

Bring the right documents the first time and start working faster. Here's what you need to apply and for the Form I-9 that every worker in the U.S. must complete. There's a printable checklist at the end.

The I-9 rule, in one line

You need one document from List A, OR one from List B plus one from List C. Most common: a driver's license + a Social Security card.

Below are the most common documents from each list. The full official list is at USCIS I-9 acceptable documents.

List A

Proves identity AND work authorization (one is enough)

U.S. passport or passport card
Permanent Resident Card / Green Card (Form I-551)
Employment Authorization Document (Form I-766)
Foreign passport with Form I-94 (certain cases)

List B

Proves your identity

Driver's license or state photo ID card
ID card issued by a federal, state, or local government
U.S. military card or draft record
Native American tribal document

List C

Proves work authorization

Social Security card (unrestricted)
Certified U.S. birth certificate
Certification of birth abroad (FS-240, FS-545, DS-1350)
Native American tribal document

Beyond your ID

To make your application and interview go fast, have this ready:

Work history: names of past jobs, rough dates, and what you did. A resume keeps it all in one place.
References: 2 or 3 people with phone numbers (not family, if possible).
Certifications: forklift, OSHA, CDL, or others, if you have them.
Availability: which shifts and days you can work.
For direct deposit (once placed): your bank's routing and account number.

Note: this page is a general guide, not legal advice. I-9 requirements are set by the U.S. government, see the official USCIS link above.

Printable

My application checklist

ID (I-9)
One List A document, OR a driver's license (List B)
If using List B: Social Security card or birth certificate (List C)
For the application
Work history / resume
2-3 references with phone numbers
Certifications (forklift, OSHA, CDL)
Your available days and shifts
Bank info for direct deposit

Documents FAQ

Common questions

What ID do I need to start working?

For Form I-9, you need ONE document from List A (like a U.S. passport or Green Card), OR one document from List B (like a driver's license) PLUS one from List C (like a Social Security card or birth certificate). The most common combination is a driver's license plus a Social Security card.

Do I need my physical Social Security card?

For the I-9, an unrestricted Social Security card counts as a List C document, but it isn't the only option; a certified birth certificate also works. Either way, it's smart to know your number and have the document handy. Never send your number by text or unsecured email.

What if I lost a document?

You can request a replacement: your license at the DPS/DMV, your Social Security card at the Social Security office, and your birth certificate at your state's vital records office. Start early, replacements can take a few days.

What does it cost to apply with 1st Choice Personnel?

Nothing. Applying and getting placed is always free for job seekers, and you're paid weekly once placed.

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