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New Hire Paperwork Checklist

Free standard new-hire paperwork checklist — professional wording your business can adapt in minutes. Available in English, Español and 中文. Swap the [bracketed] parts, or let KwickPhone fill in your business name automatically.

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New Hire Paperwork Checklist Welcome to [Business Name]! Before your first shift on [date], we need: • Form I-9 with identity/work-authorization documents — must be completed within 3 business days of your start (federal requirement) • Form W-4 (federal tax withholding) and [state] withholding form • Direct deposit form + voided check (optional) • Emergency contact information • Signed: offer letter, handbook acknowledgment, [confidentiality agreement] • [Position-specific: food-handler card / license copy / driving record] We report all new hires to the [state] new-hire registry as required. Bring the originals of your I-9 documents on day one — photos are not acceptable for verification.

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