Filling out an Affidavit Employer Form requires accurate employer information, your E-Verify enrollment details, and a notary public's witness. Follow the steps below to complete the affidavit correctly and avoid common mistakes.
What You Need Before You Start
Gather the following information before you begin:
- Your company's legal name and business address
- Your federal work authorization user identification number (your E-Verify ID)
- The date your company enrolled in E-Verify
- A licensed notary public to witness and certify the completed form
How to Fill Out the Affidavit Employer Form
- Enter your employer details. Write your business name, address, and contact information in the designated fields at the top of the form.
- Provide your E-Verify information. Enter your federal work authorization user identification number and the exact date your company enrolled in E-Verify.
- Confirm the number of employees. Verify that your business employs more than ten workers, as the affidavit applies only to employers above this threshold.
- Review all entries for accuracy. Double-check every field before signing. Errors or omissions on this affidavit can result in legal penalties under Georgia law.
- Sign in front of a notary public. Do not sign the form before appearing before a notary. The notary must witness your signature and apply their seal to make the affidavit legally valid.
- File or retain the form. Submit the completed and notarized affidavit to the appropriate authority, or keep it on file as a compliance record for your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is required to complete an Affidavit Employer Form?
Private employers in Georgia with more than ten employees must complete this affidavit to certify their compliance with E-Verify requirements under O.C.G.A. § 36-60-6.
What happens if an employer does not file the affidavit?
Failure to comply may result in civil penalties and jeopardize the employer's eligibility for contracts with local government entities in Georgia. Taking compliance seriously protects your business from these risks.
Does the Affidavit Employer Form need to be notarized?
Yes. The affidavit must be signed and notarized in the presence of a licensed notary public to be legally valid. For information on Georgia notary requirements, see the Georgia Notary Acknowledgement page.
Can employers outside of Georgia use this form?
This affidavit is specific to Georgia's employment verification law. Employers in other states should review their local regulations for E-Verify compliance documentation requirements.
Related Employment Forms
If you work with employment compliance and verification documents, you may also need the following forms:
- Employment Verification Form – confirm an employee's work history and authorization status
- Employer Information Form – provide company details to government agencies and insurers
- Financial Affidavit – declare financial information under oath for legal proceedings
