Yes, UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) registration is compulsory for certain categories of employees and employers in South Africa. The following categories of employees and employers are required to register for UIF:
- All employees who work for more than 24 hours per month must be registered for UIF by their employer. This includes full-time, part-time, and fixed-term contract employees.
- All employers who employ one or more employees must register for UIF and deduct and pay the employee’s contributions to the fund.
- Domestic workers who work for more than 24 hours per month must also be registered for UIF by their employer.
Failure to register for UIF and deduct and pay the required contributions may result in legal consequences and penalties for non-compliance. It is the responsibility of both employees and employers to ensure that UIF registration and contributions are up-to-date and in compliance with the law.