Last updated September 21, 2025 UIF Online is a government-backed platform designed to make it easier for South Africans to apply for and receive Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) benefits. Instead of standing in long queues at the Department of Employment and Labour, workers can now submit their UIF claims digitally—directly from their smartphones, tablets, or… Read More »
Registering for UIF online as an employer is now quicker and more convenient than ever. If you run a business in South Africa and employ one or more workers, it’s your legal duty to register with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and make monthly contributions on their behalf. This helps ensure your employees are covered… Read More »
If you’re working in South Africa, your employer is legally required to register you with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and make monthly contributions on your behalf. But how do you know if they’ve actually done it? Thankfully, there’s a quick way to check your UIF registration status online through the Department of Employment and… Read More »
If you’re planning to apply for UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) benefits online in South Africa, it’s important to have the right documents ready before you begin. Having everything on hand will make the process quicker and reduce the chances of delays or errors in your claim. Below is a guide to the key documents and… Read More »