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    UI-19

    The monthly declaration of UIF contributions and terminations submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour.

    Full definition

    UI-19 is the Department of Employment and Labour's monthly declaration listing each employee's UIF contributions and any starters/leavers for the period. It is submitted through uFiling and is separate from SARS's UIF declaration on EMP201.

    In-depth guides

    UI-19 form guide for employers
    How to claim UIF — step-by-step

    See also

    UIF
    The Unemployment Insurance Fund is a 1% employee + 1% employer contribution capped at R17,712 monthly earnings.
    uFiling
    The Department of Labour's online portal for submitting UI-19 declarations and UIF payments.

    Automate UI-19 in your payroll

    Payroll Africa handles UI-19 calculations automatically for South African employers — SARS-aligned for 2026/27. From R90/month.

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