If you’ve recently applied for UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) benefits in South Africa, one of the first questions you’ll have is: how long will it take for the money to reflect in my account? The waiting time for UIF payouts can vary, depending on your application details, documentation, and UIF’s processing speed at that time.… Read More »
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in South Africa provides short-term financial relief to employees who lose their jobs due to retrenchment, illness, maternity leave, or other qualifying reasons. Once your UIF claim is approved, the payment instruction is forwarded to the UIF paymaster for processing. The time it takes for money to reflect in your… Read More »
Last Updated: September 21 Ufiling is an online platform in South Africa that allows individuals and businesses to easily submit tax returns and manage their interactions with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). To use the platform, you’ll need to register for an account and log in securely. Here’s how the Ufiling registration and login… Read More »
Last Updated: August 28 The time it takes for your UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) payment to reflect in your bank account can vary depending on UIF’s processing times and your bank’s internal systems. Below is a breakdown of what you can expect. 1. UIF Application Processing Time 2. Payment Processing by UIF 3. Bank Processing… Read More »
Last Updated: September 21 Calculating the daily staff rate in South Africa is important for payroll, short-term contracts, and compliance with labour laws. The calculation is based on an employee’s monthly salary, the number of working days, and any additional benefits or allowances. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Step 1: Identify the Monthly Salary Start with… Read More »
As an employee in South Africa, your monthly contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) act as a financial safety net if you lose your job, fall ill, or are unable to work. To stay informed about your contributions and benefits, it’s important to regularly check your UIF balance online. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Step… Read More »
Whether or not you receive payment after being dismissed depends on your country’s labour laws, the terms of your employment contract, and the circumstances surrounding your dismissal. In South Africa, here’s what you may be entitled to after dismissal: 1. Final Paycheck You are entitled to receive any outstanding wages or salary owed to you… Read More »
Last updated December 20, Yes, South African workers can now apply for maternity UIF benefits online through the official uFiling system provided by the Department of Employment and Labour. This digital platform makes it simple to submit maternity UIF claims electronically, saving you from long queues at labour offices. Below is a step-by-step guide on… Read More »
Last updated October 1, 2025 If you’ve misplaced or forgotten your SARS tax number, you don’t need to visit a branch or even use a computer. SARS now allows taxpayers to retrieve their tax number quickly using a USSD code (SMS service) on any cellphone. This feature is especially useful if you don’t have a… Read More »
Last updated October 1, 2025 Ufiling is the official online system provided by the Department of Employment and Labour for managing UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) claims. Through this platform, workers and employers can submit claims, manage payments, and track UIF benefits without visiting a labour centre. If you’re new to Ufiling or struggling to log… Read More »