SASSA UIF Registered
SASSA “UIF Registered” is among the most common errors applicants see during the SRD status check. If you also check your SASSA grant status and it shows “UIF Registered” then no need to worry. You face this issue because SASSA has identified your registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF). This is against the eligibility of the SASSA social grants to receive any other funds like NSFAS or UIF.
In this article, we will discuss the meaning of the SASSA UIF registered status, why you face this error, and how to solve the UIF registered status.
What is the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
UIF stands for Unemployment Insurance Fund. It is a South African Social Security program responsible for providing temporary financial aid to South Africans just like SASSA. It was established to provide funds to unemployed people, those on maternity or sick leave, and dependents of the deceased. UIF works under the Department of Labour and is administered by SARS (South African Revenue Services).
What is the Meaning of SASSA Status “UIF Registered”
SASSA status “UIF Registered” means that SASSA found during the review process that you are registered with UIF or receiving UIF funds. According to the SASSA eligibility criteria, the applicants for SASSA social grants must not receive any other government or private funds like NSFAS or UIF. So, According to the application status, SASSA found that you are the beneficiary of the UIF grant which is why your application is rejected.
If you were not registered with UIF and are not receiving funds from UIF, then you can appeal the SASSA decision on your application.
How to Solve the SASSA R350 “UIF Registered” Problem
Now, if you are not receiving UIF funds but still your application status shows SASSA UIF registered then no need to worry. You can solve your “UIF registered” status problem by the steps we will discuss below:
What to do After SASSA UIF Registered Appeal
After submitting the appeal, you need to wait for 60 to 90 days for the decision. During this period, ITSAA will review your appeal request and check again your SASSA application. After making the decision, you will be notified by Email and SMS whether your appeal request is approved or declined.
During the review period, make sure to check your SASSA status regularly to stay updated. Also, do not miss any notifications from SASSA on mobile phones or Email. SASSA may ask for additional documents to verify the details you provided. If you do not receive any update within 90 days, contact SASSA via the Helpline “0800 601 011” to get an update.
What to do If UIF Registered SASSA Appeal Declined
If your SASSA UIF registered appeal will be declined, then you cannot request an appeal again. However, you can again apply for the SASSA social grant for the next month. Make sure you are not registered with UIF otherwise your next month’s SASSA application will also declined.
What will Happen If My SASSA UIF Registered Appeal is Approved?
Once your appeal is approved, you will start receiving grant payments from the date you applied. You need to submit your banking details if you didn’t provide them during the application process. You can also choose the cash-send method to collect grant payments from retail stores like Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Usave, Boxer, and Spar.
SASSA UIF Registered FAQs
SASSA Status UIF Registered Conclusion
SASSA “UIF registered” is a common issue that SASSA SRD applicants face. It means that SASSA found that you are registered with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) which is against the eligibility criteria of the SASSA social grants. However, if you are not registered with UIF and think that your grant was declined by mistake, then you can appeal the SASSA decision on your social grant. You need your last six months’ bank statement and, a letter from UIF that shows you are not registered with UIF. After collecting the documents, you can file an appeal on the SASSA appeal website.
