ufiling.labour.gov.za : Register For Employee Account

Organisation : South Africa Labour Department
Facility Name : uFiling Account Registration
Country : Soth Africa
Website : https://ufiling.labour.gov.za/uif/

What is uFiling?

uFiling is a secure Online system introduced to Employers to register, declare and pay UIF contributions. Employees can also use the system to apply for benefits such as unemployment, maternity and illness.

Benefits of uFiling

** uFiling is a FREE service offered by the UIF.
** UIF returns can be done simply and conveniently online.
** Other benefits include ease of secure payments (Debit Order and Credit Push via Internet Banking) and faster processing times.
** uFiling is paperless and submission of declarations are instant and reliable.

How To Register For uFiling Account?

Visit the following web address https://ufiling.labour.gov.za/uif/ and from this home page, click on the ‘Activate my uFiling account’ button and follow the on-screen instructions.

Please ensure that you have available the following information:
For Domestic Employers:
Your valid UIF registration number, your valid 13 Digit bar-coded RSA identity number, a valid e-mail address and your banking account details from which you will pay your UIF contributions.

For Commercial Employers:
Your valid UIF registration number, your valid RSA identity number or passport number, a valid e-mail address, Your company’s official registration name and details as provided by the Registrar of Companies which is the CK1 form for CC’s and CM1 or CM3 for Proprietary Limited companies, and lastly your banking account details from which you will pay your UIF contributions.

For Practitioners:
Valid UIF registration numbers for Domestic or Employers as above, your valid 13 Digit bar-coded RSA identity number or passport number, a valid e-mail address, Your company’s official registration name and details as provided by the Registrar of Companies which is the CK1 form for CC’s and CM1 or CM3 for Proprietary Limited companies, and lastly your banking account details from which you will pay your UIF contributions.

For Foreign Domestic Employers:
Your valid UIF registration number, passport number, a valid e-mail address and your banking account details from which you will pay your UIF contributions.

For Applicants:
Your valid ID Number, a valid e-mail address and your banking account details to which payment of benefits will be made.

How To Apply For Employee Account?

To activate your Employee account you need to have the following documents and information available:

** Your valid 13 Digit South African ID number
** Your e-mail address where all correspondence will be emailed
** Cell phone number mandatory

As an online registered Employee you will be able to securely submit your Application for Benefits (for Unemployment, Reduced Time Benefits, Maternity, Illness and Adoption), to submit Continuation of Benefits and Notice of Appeal.

How To Declare & Pay?

All registered employers are required to submit employee returns as per the UIF Act. The employee returns must provide the details of all employees employed for the period in question.

In order to capture the return information, you would need the following information:
** Employer UIF Reference Number
** Employee Identification Number
** Employee Start Work Date
** Employee Salary details
** Employee period of employment
** Hours worked
** Termination date (in the event the employee is terminated)
** The termination reason (in the event the employee is terminated)

The Returns must be submitted no later than the 7th of each month for the preceding month. We encourage all employers to submit their returns online. Once you submit your returns online, you will be able to make payments using the payment functionality. SARS registered employers may still submit Returns online however may not make payments via uFiling and payment needs to be made directly to SARS.

Contact

Call : 0800030007
Email ID : uFiling AT alteram.co.za

FAQ On uFiling Account

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On uFiling Account

Q: What is a uFiling account?
A: A uFiling account is an online platform provided by the South African government’s Department of Labour that allows employers to easily submit their UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) contributions, declarations, and other relevant information online.

Q: How do I create a uFiling account?
A: To create a uFiling account, you will need to visit the uFiling website and register for an account by providing your personal information, company information, and contact details.

Q: Is there a cost to creating a uFiling account?
A: No, there is no cost to creating a uFiling account. The platform is provided free of charge by the Department of Labour.

Q: What can I do with a uFiling account?
A: With a uFiling account, you can submit your UIF contributions, declarations, and other relevant information online, view your UIF payment history, and manage your company’s UIF account.

Additional Simplified Procedure

Here are the steps on how to register for a uFiling account online:
1. Go to the uFiling website: https://ufiling.labour.gov.za/
2. Click on the “Register” button.
3. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
4. Enter your personal details, including your name, ID number, and contact information.
5. Create a username and password.
6. Click on the “Register” button.

You will receive an email confirmation with your username and password. You can then use these to log in to uFiling.

Here are some additional tips for registering for a uFiling account online:
** Make sure you enter your personal details correctly.
** Make sure you create a strong password.
** Keep your username and password safe.
** Do not share your username and password with anyone.

Once you have registered for a uFiling account, you can start using the platform to submit your UIF declarations and pay your monthly contributions.

Here are some of the benefits of using uFiling:
** It is a secure and convenient way to submit your UIF declarations and pay your monthly contributions.
** You can submit your declarations and payments from anywhere in the world.
** You can track your UIF contributions and benefits.
** You can access other services, such as your UIF claim status and your UIF benefit payment history.