WageDesk

UIF calculator

1% from the employee, 1% from you, capped at the earnings ceiling. Type the monthly wage.

Employee contribution (1%)
Employer contribution (1%)
Total paid over each month

WageDesk keeps the wage records and generates your monthly UIF declaration file, ready for uFiling - you file and pay. Sign up for your free 30 days.

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How much UIF must I pay for an employee?

Contributions are 1% from the employee and 1% from the employer, on earnings up to the ceiling of R17,712 a month. That gives a maximum of R177.12 each side - R354.24 in total.

Who must be registered for UIF?

Anyone who works for you more than 24 hours a month must be registered for UIF. This applies to household and business employers alike. Not sure where you stand? Take the free payroll check.

Does WageDesk file my UIF for me?

WageDesk keeps the wage records and generates the monthly declaration file for uFiling. You register, file and pay - the admin becomes a two-minute job.

General information, not legal advice. The detail, with official sources, is on our legal and compliance page. More on UIF: UIF contributions explained.