Is UIF taxable?

Any payment that you receive from the UIF is tax-free. This includes a pay-out as a result of being without a job or because of maternity leave. If you have taken maternity leave and are planning on or have received a payment from the UIF, you will not pay tax on this income HOW MUCH MONEY CAN WORKERS CLAIM? If you … Read more

Who must pay UIF?

Employers must pay unemployment insurance contributions of 2% of the value of each worker’s pay per month. The employer and the worker each contribute 1%. Contributions are paid to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) or the South African Revenue Services (SARS). UIF Application The Unemployment Insurance Act and Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act apply to all employers and workers, but not to – … Read more