Our summary of the basic guide to key topics about Employers UIF within the labour legislation according to The South African Department of Labour.

The Department of Labour offers basic guides to key topics within labour legislation. Read on for our summary of Employers UIF.

Employers must register themselves and their workers with the UIF and pay their contributions every month.

Who does Employers UIF apply to?

The Unemployment Insurance Act and Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act apply to all employers and workers, but not to:
 - workers working less than 24 hours a month for an employer
 - learners
 - public servants
 - foreigners working on contract
 - workers who get a monthly State (old age) pension
 - workers who only earn commission
 - Domestic employers and their workers are included under the Act since 1 April 2003

Registration and Declarations

 - Employers must register themselves and their worker(s) as soon as they employ someone
 - Employers must also inform the UIF of changes (e.g. new workers appointed or changes in salary) before the 7th of every month

Deducting contributions

Employers must deduct 1% of their workers’ pay for UIF.

Paying

Employers must pay the 1% they deducted from workers, together with 1% from themselves to the UIF or SARS before the 7th of every month.

Source: South African Department of Labour