Is your business prepared for an ICE visit?

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits can create confusion, legal risk, and workplace disruption—especially for small and mid-sized employers without dedicated in-house compliance teams.

By Kelly Pallanti, SHRM-SCP, HR Consulting Director
7th August, 2025
Kelly Pallanti is a mission-driven HR consultant. She believes that people (humans) are the invaluable driver that advance the mission and values of an organization, and that HR should be there to support them.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits can create confusion, legal risk, and workplace disruption—especially for small and mid-sized employers without dedicated in-house compliance teams.

That’s why NorthstarPMO created this practical, step-by-step checklist to help HR leaders, operations teams, and front-line managers respond calmly and confidently. From understanding warrant types to protecting employee rights and securing sensitive documents, this guide offers clear, actionable direction in a high-stakes moment. Use it to strengthen your response plan and ensure your team knows what to do before, during, and after a potential ICE visit.

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