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I resigned from my job of 10 years and worked for another company for three months. Can I claim UIF for both?
You can't claim UIF if you resigned from your first job. You can only claim UIF for your second job. But UIF payout will be calculated using all your accumulated credits.
I surrendered South African ID to Home Affair and am using my passport and work permit. Now the Labour Department is refusing to pay my UIF. Please help!
You can contact the UIF and ask for a reason your claim was rejected and appeal the decision.
How do I request my employment history at UIF?
You will need to go to your nearest Labour Centre with your ID to request a printout.
How long do I need to work before I qualify to claim UIF?
You should earn one day’s UIF credit for every four days worked.
I retired in 2021 and when I tried to claim UIF I was told my claim expired two years ago. Is it possible to still claim my UIF?
You can file an appeal and explain the exact reasons for the claim delay.
My wife never received payslips from her employer, how will she receive her UIF benefits if it turns out her employer never registered her?
She can check if she is registered for UIF and if deductions have been made from her salary.
Where can I get the full details of my employment history?
The UIF or Labour Department should be able to give your complete employment history.
My employer deducts UIF but doesn’t pay it over, gives no payslips or contracts. What can I do?
It’s illegal for an employer to deduct UIF and not pay it over. Report this to the Labour department or the CCMA.
I'm a refugee working 10 years with no benefits and constant discrimination. What are my rights?
As a refugee, you have the right to fair work conditions and equal access to benefits like the UIF, medical, and provident fund if others at your workplace receive them.