The Unemployment Insurance Act and Unmployment Insurance Contributions Act apply to all employers and workers, but not to –
- workers working less than 24 hours a month for an employer;
- learners;
- public servants;
- foreigners working on contract;
- workers who get a monthly State (old age) pension; or
- workers who only earn commission.
Domestic employers and their workers are included under the Act since 1 April 2003.
All employers must register directly with the UIF; unless they –
- are required to register as employers under the Income Tax Act; or
- pay the skills development levy under the Skills Development Act.