Free UIF Contribution Calculator (1% + 1%, 2026)
UIF contributions are 1% of remuneration deducted from the employee plus 1% paid by the employer, calculated on remuneration up to R17,712 per month – a maximum of R177.12 each.
Every employee working 24 hours or more a month must be registered and contributed for. See who must be registered for UIF.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum UIF contribution per month?
R177.12 from the employee and R177.12 from the employer – R354.24 combined – because contributions are calculated on remuneration capped at R17,712 per month.
Is UIF calculated on gross or net salary?
On gross remuneration, before deductions, up to the monthly ceiling of R17,712.
When must UIF be paid over?
Monthly, by the 7th of the following month – with the EMP201 for PAYE-registered employers, or directly to the UIF for others.
Official sources
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Last reviewed: September 2026 by the BizAnswers editorial team. How we write and check our guides.
