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UIF Calculator

Calculate your UIF contributions as employee and employer. 1% each, capped at R17,712 monthly remuneration. Updated for 2026/2027.

Updated March 2026 · Current SARS rates

Employee & Employer Split

See both the 1% employee deduction and 1% employer contribution calculated side by side

Ceiling Cap Applied

Automatically caps remuneration at R17,712 per month as required by the UIF Act

Multi-Employee Totals

Enter the number of employees to calculate your total monthly UIF liability as an employer

UIF Calculator

Enter your monthly remuneration to calculate UIF

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Your gross monthly salary before deductions

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Enter your monthly remuneration to see UIF contributions

Understanding UIF Benefits

The Unemployment Insurance Fund provides short-term financial relief to workers who lose their income

Unemployment Benefits

Up to 365 days of benefits if you are retrenched, dismissed, or your contract expires. Benefits range from 38-60% of your daily remuneration.

Illness Benefits

If you are unable to work for more than 14 days due to illness or injury (not covered by COIDA), you may claim illness benefits.

Maternity Benefits

Female employees can claim up to 66% of their earnings for up to 121 days during maternity leave.

Adoption Benefits

Adoptive parents can claim benefits for up to 121 days when adopting a child below the age of 2.

Dependant Benefits

If a UIF contributor passes away, their surviving spouse or dependants may claim dependant benefits.

How to Claim

Visit your nearest Department of Labour with your UI-19 form, ID, last payslip, and proof of banking details within 6 months.

Key UIF facts:

Contribution rate: 1% employee + 1% employer = 2% total

Monthly ceiling: R17 712,00 per month

Maximum contribution: R177,12 per party per month

UIF Calculator FAQs

Common questions about UIF contributions and benefits in South Africa

UIF contributions are 1% of the employee's remuneration, deducted from their salary. The employer matches this with an additional 1%, making the total contribution 2% of remuneration. Contributions are capped at remuneration of R17,712 per month, meaning the maximum employee contribution is R177.12 per month.
The UIF remuneration ceiling is R17,712 per month. If an employee earns more than this amount, UIF contributions are calculated on R17,712 only. This means the maximum monthly UIF contribution is R177.12 for the employee and R177.12 for the employer, totalling R354.24.
Certain workers are exempt from UIF: employees who work less than 24 hours per month for an employer, learners under learnership agreements, foreign workers with work permits who are contractually obligated to repatriate at the end of their contract, national and provincial government employees, and employees who receive a monthly state pension.
To claim UIF benefits, visit your nearest Department of Labour office with the following documents: your UI-19 form (completed by your employer), UI-2.8 form (registration as a work seeker), a certified copy of your ID, your last payslip, and banking details. Claims must be submitted within 6 months of becoming unemployed.
You accrue 1 day of benefits for every 4 days worked, up to a maximum of 365 days (approximately 12 months). The amount you receive is based on a sliding scale of your previous salary, ranging from 38% to 60% of your daily remuneration, with lower earners receiving a higher percentage.
Yes, all employers who employ one or more workers must register with the Unemployment Insurance Fund. Employers must submit monthly declarations (UI-19 form) and pay contributions by the 7th of each month. Failure to register or pay can result in penalties and interest charges.

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Accounter does not provide accounting, tax, business or legal advice. This calculator has been provided for information purposes only. You should consult your own professional advisors for advice directly relating to your business.