Letter of Good Standing
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What is Letter of Good Standing?
A Letter of Good Standing is the Compensation Fund‘s proof that an employer’s COIDA returns and payments are up to date.
Letter of Good Standing explained
Tenders, construction sites and corporate supplier contracts require it. It is issued only to compliant employers and dies with your compliance.
Who it applies to: Contractors and tendering businesses.
Cost: Free once compliant.
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Official source: Department of Employment and Labour
Always verify this information with official South African government sources. Rules, fees and thresholds change. Check SARS, CIPC, the Department of Employment and Labour or gov.za before you act.
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Last reviewed: September 2026 by the BizAnswers editorial team. How we write and check our guides.
