Immigration Reform and
Control Act of 1986
Based on the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration Reform
and Control Act of 1986, it is illegal for employers with four or more
employees to discriminate in hiring against intending citizens on the basis of
their citizenship status, or against any alien authorized to work in the United
States on the basis of national origin.
The following definitions may help as you complete the work authorization
category on your job description:
- Permanent Resident or US Citizen.
This category does not include F-1 student Visa holders with or without
practical training authorization.
If citizenship is required for a specific position by law, regulation,
executive order, government contract or the US Attorney General, then this
category fits your job.
- International Students, Perm. Residents, and US Citizens
This category does include F-1 student Visa holders.
