U.S. Enhances E-Verify with New Revoked Document Number Field

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented a significant update to the E-Verify Status Change Report, which aims to enhance compliance for employers utilizing the system. Starting from July 15, 2025, the report will include a new field labeled “Revoked Document Number.” This addition is intended to assist employers in accurately identifying employees whose Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) have been revoked.

This enhancement will require employers to compare the EAD number listed on an employee’s Form I-9 with the Revoked Document Number provided in the updated report. If there is a match, the employer must take steps to reverify the employee’s work authorization. This change is a vital part of DHS’s ongoing efforts to streamline the employment verification process and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Background of the Update

The Status Change Report was first introduced on June 20, 2025, as part of a broader initiative aimed at improving transparency within the employment verification framework. Its primary function is to notify employers when any of their E-Verify cases have been created using an EAD that has since been revoked. Such revocations can occur when DHS terminates parole for specific noncitizens.

Previously, the report indicated affected cases without providing specific document identifiers. This lack of clarity posed challenges for employers trying to confirm whether the revoked EAD matched the document presented by the employee during the Form I-9 verification process. The introduction of the “Revoked Document Number” field addresses this issue, enabling a direct comparison between the numbers.

Implications for Employers

With the update, if an employee appears on the Status Change Report, employers are required to compare the EAD number from the employee’s Form I-9 with the Revoked Document Number listed in the report. It is crucial to note that employers should not initiate a new E-Verify case for these employees. Instead, they can utilize Form I-9, Supplement B, to reverify any employee who used a revoked EAD for their original Form I-9 and E-Verify submission.

Employers will want to ensure the reverification process is completed promptly. This includes confirming the validity of an employee’s new EAD by cross-referencing the number on the card with information in the report. Maintaining compliance is essential for employers to ensure that all employees are authorized to work legally in the United States.

The introduction of the “Revoked Document Number” field marks a significant step in strengthening employer compliance. By facilitating easier identification of revoked EADs, the DHS aims to streamline the verification process and uphold the integrity of employment authorization in the U.S. workforce.