Pricing
Pay per hire when you need it, or get monthly coverage if you hire regularly.
Each hire is priced individually. You pick the tier that fits when you submit — Bronze for the essentials, Silver for full coordination, Gold when you want zero involvement. Add-ons are available with any tier if you need more.
Bronze
$250 / hire
We handle the paperwork. You stay in the loop.
Best for: Employers who are comfortable reaching out to their new hire directly and just want the paperwork off their plate.
Silver
$450 / hire
We handle everything. You don't talk to your hire until Day 1.
Best for: Employers who want to submit a hire and not think about it again until the file is in their dashboard.
Gold
$650 / hire
Everything in Silver, done faster.
Best for: Employers with a tight timeline who need new hire verification done quickly and completely before Day 1.
You submit
Add your new hire's basic info. Takes under 5 minutes.
We handle it
Documents collected, I-9 verified, everything managed for you.
You receive the file
A complete, audit-ready file package delivered to your dashboard.
| Bronze | Silver | Gold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Document collection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| I-9 verification | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Encrypted file handling | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| File package delivered | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Scheduling coordination | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| New hire communication | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority processing | — | — | ✓ |
| Proactive new hire check-ins | — | — | ✓ |
| File delivered within 24h | — | — | ✓ |
| Your involvement | Minimal | Very little | None |
You can choose a different tier for each hire. No lock-in, no commitment.
Optional enhancements available with any tier.
In-Person I-9 Verification
+$175 / hire
If your new hire needs to complete I-9 verification in person — required for certain document types or employer preferences — we'll arrange it directly.
Welcome Kit
Custom · pricing varies
Give your new hire a great first impression before Day 1. Apparel, branded items, gift cards, or custom packages — your new hire selects during the process.
Hire regularly? A monthly retainer means you're always covered — no per-hire fees, no delays, no thinking about it. We're already your verification person.
Starter
$199 / month
Up to 2 hires/month
Growth
$349 / month
Up to 5 hires/month
Operations
$599 / month
Up to 10 hires/month
Need more than 10 hires per month? Contact us for a custom plan.
What happens if I hire more than my plan allows in a month?
Additional hires beyond your monthly limit are billed at the Silver per-hire rate. We'll let you know before processing any overage.
Is there a contract or minimum commitment?
Monthly plans are month-to-month. You can cancel or switch at any time. No long-term contracts required.
How do I get started with a retainer?
Book a quick consultation and we'll set up your plan. Most employers are up and running within 24 hours of that first conversation.
If you're processing multiple hires regularly or have specific needs that don't fit a standard plan, reach out. Custom pricing and ongoing arrangements are available.
Let's talk →Do you offer ongoing monthly support?
Yes. In addition to per-hire pricing, we offer monthly retainer plans for businesses that hire regularly — starting at $199/month for up to 2 hires. Switch to the Monthly Coverage tab above to see all plan details.
Can I choose different tiers for different hires?
Yes. Each hire is priced independently. You select the tier when you submit — no lock-in, no commitment.
Is there a contract or monthly fee?
Per-hire pricing has no contracts, no subscriptions, no minimums. Monthly plans are month-to-month and can be canceled anytime.
How long does the process take?
Most new hires complete the process within 24–48 hours of receiving their link. Gold tier includes priority processing for the fastest turnaround.
How are documents and personal information handled?
All documents are encrypted at rest and in transit. First Thread Ready permanently deletes all documents 7 days after delivery. You are responsible for storing the file per USCIS retention requirements.
What does my new hire experience?
They receive a secure link and complete a short, guided process from any device — no account required. It typically takes about 10–15 minutes.
What if a document needs to be re-submitted?
If a document is unclear or incomplete, we contact the new hire directly and request a re-upload. You don't need to get involved.
Submit your first hire and we'll take it from there. Submission takes under five minutes.
First Thread Ready — new hire verification and I-9 compliance for small businesses.