how long does UIF take to pay out after signing

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Last Updated on September 21, 2023 by ufiling

UIF stands for Unemployment Insurance Fund, which is a South African government program that provides temporary financial assistance to workers who have become unemployed. The specific timeline for UIF payments after signing will depend on various factors, including the processing time of the UIF office and the completeness of your application.

In general, it typically takes several weeks for the UIF to process and approve an application. Once your application is approved, you should receive your first payment within a few days to a few weeks, depending on the payment method you have selected (such as direct deposit or debit card).

It’s important to note that this timeline can vary, and there may be delays due to factors such as high volumes of applications or additional verification requirements. It is advisable to contact the UIF office or visit their website for the most up-to-date information and to inquire about the specific status of your application.

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How long does UIF take to pay out after signing?

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Your first payment will be paid into your bank account within two to four days after you have signed the register.

Make sure you are aware of your future signing dates – they are printed on your UI-6A forms. Signing dates will be approximately four weeks apart. You will have to hand in the relevant UI-6A form every time you attend, so make sure you have it with you. Note that your application may be delayed and not yet processed by the date of your first signing. It is recommended that you call the relevant labour centre the day before going to the signing venue to ensure that your application has been processed. If your application has not yet been processed you do not need to go to the signing. Ask for the date of the next signing.

HOW MUCH WILL I BE PAID?

The amount that you will be paid will depend on the amount of your monthly salary when you were employed.

Workers who earned less than R12 478 per month will receive approximately 36-56% of their average monthly salary for the previous four years; the higher the salary, the lower the percentage.

Workers who earned more than R12 478 per month will receive a fixed monthly benefit of approximately R4250-R4550.

How long you will be eligible to receive UIF payments depends on the length of time that you have contributed to the fund. You are eligible to receive one day's worth of benefits for every six days that you had worked and contributed to the UIF over the previous four years. The maximum number of days you can claim for is 238.