Quick Answer How to Register for UIF as an Employer Register as a UIF employer on uFiling (or at a Labour Department office) before paying your first salary. Contributions are 1% from the employer + 1% from the employee (2% total) of gross pay, subject to the UIF earnings ceiling – pay via your monthly EMP201 to SARS and declare on uFiling. What you need to register Business registration (CIPC documents) or ID for sole proprietors SARS tax reference number Banking details and business address First employee’s ID and details (if already hired) Portal: uFiling. Glossary: UIF and uFiling. The monthly and annual rhythm Deduct 1% from the employee’s pay…