How Much Is UIF Payout In south Africa

What is UIF Payout?

The UIF payout system makes payments in the percentage of your earned salary while contributing to it. The highest amount that can be paid is 58% of what you earn per day. The high percentage applies to lower-paid workers.

How long does it take for UIF to pay out?

You will be notified once your UIF claim is approved when to submit a payment request form. The first payment will be made to your bank account two to four days after the process is complete. You must also claim within six months after your last day of employment.

What is the maximum UIF payout?

Depending on your salary, you will be paid a percentage of what you would have earned on a daily basis. The highest amount you could be paid is 58% of what you would have earned daily. This percentage applies to lower paid workers. The higher your salary, the lower the percentage you will receive.

Is UIF calculated on basic salary?

The contribution that employers must deduct from a worker’s pay is 1% of the worker’s total earnings, excluding commission. In addition to the 1% deducted from the worker, the employer also contributes 1% for every worker that they employ. The total contribution paid to the UIF is therefore 2%.

Does UIF pay lump sum?

The money can be paid out to the surviving spouse or children, and is usually paid out as a lump sum. The amount can be about R25 000, depending on the deceased’s salary and length of time employed. All benefits paid from the UIF are tax-free in the hands of the recipient.