Domestic Worker Payslip South Africa
Compliant payslips for domestic workers. Covers minimum wage, UIF, leave entitlements, and everything Sectoral Determination 7 requires.
You are an employer
If you employ a domestic worker, even one day a week, you are an employer under South African law. The BCEA, Sectoral Determination 7, and UIF Act all apply to you.
Legal framework for domestic workers
Domestic workers in South Africa are protected by three key pieces of legislation:
Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 (BCEA) - payslip requirements, working hours, overtime, leave
Sectoral Determination 7 - minimum wage for domestic workers, published under the BCEA
Unemployment Insurance Act 63 of 2001 - UIF contributions and registration
What the payslip must include
Section 33 of the BCEA requires every payslip to show:
- Your name and address (the employer)
- The domestic worker's name and job description
- Period of payment (e.g., 1–31 March 2026)
- Number of ordinary hours and overtime hours worked
- Gross wage before deductions
- Each deduction listed separately (UIF employee share, any agreed deductions)
- Net amount actually paid
Minimum wage for domestic workers (2026/2027)
Sectoral Determination 7 sets the minimum wage for domestic workers. Since the sector was brought in line with the National Minimum Wage Act 9 of 2018, the rate follows the national minimum:
These are minimums. Many employers pay above this rate, especially in Gauteng, Western Cape, and KZN.
UIF for domestic workers
Since 1 April 2003, all domestic workers are covered by UIF regardless of hours worked. Here is how it works:
- Employee pays 1% of gross wage
- Employer pays a matching 1% (this is your cost, not shown on the payslip)
- Total UIF contribution: 2% of gross wage
- Must be paid to SARS monthly via EMP201
- Register with the Department of Employment and Labour (form UI-8)
Example: Domestic worker payslip
PAYSLIP - March 2026
Mr & Mrs Van der Merwe
15 Jacaranda Street, Centurion, 0157
Employee: Grace Mokoena
Occupation: Domestic Worker
Period: 1 March to 31 March 2026
Days worked: 20 (Mon–Fri)
Basic wage (195 hrs @ R30.23): R5,894.85
Gross Pay: R5,894.85
UIF (1%): −R58.95
NET PAY: R5,835.90
Employer UIF contribution: R58.95 (paid separately to SARS)
Note: Domestic workers earning below the PAYE threshold (R99,000/year for under-65s in 2026/2027) do not pay income tax. Most domestic workers fall below this threshold, so only UIF is deducted.
Leave entitlements
- Annual leave: 21 consecutive days (15 working days) per year, per BCEA Section 20
- Sick leave: 6 weeks paid sick leave over every 36-month cycle, per BCEA Section 22
- Maternity leave: 4 consecutive months, unpaid (UIF maternity benefits apply), per BCEA Section 25
- Family responsibility leave: 3 paid days per year for child birth, illness, or death of family member, per BCEA Section 27
Create and send payslips with wabill
Create your domestic worker's payslip on the wabill dashboard. Select the worker, set the pay period, and add earnings and deduction lines. A BCEA-compliant PDF is generated instantly with all required fields. Send it directly to their WhatsApp. Just enter their number.
10 free documents to start, then R49/month.
FAQ
Do I need to give my domestic worker a payslip?
Yes. Section 33 of the BCEA requires every employer, including private households, to provide a written payslip on each pay day. This applies to all domestic workers regardless of hours worked.
What is the minimum wage for domestic workers in 2026?
From 1 March 2026, the national minimum wage is R30.23 per hour. This applies to domestic workers under Sectoral Determination 7, which now follows the National Minimum Wage Act 9 of 2018.
Must I register my domestic worker for UIF?
Yes. Since 1 April 2003, domestic workers are covered by the Unemployment Insurance Act 63 of 2001. You must register with the Department of Employment and Labour and pay UIF monthly: 1% from the worker, 1% from you.
How many leave days is a domestic worker entitled to?
Under the BCEA: 21 consecutive days (15 working days) annual leave per year, plus 6 weeks paid sick leave over a 36-month cycle, plus 4 consecutive months unpaid maternity leave (UIF maternity benefits may apply).
Can I create a domestic worker payslip with wabill?
Yes. Create the payslip on the wabill dashboard. Select the worker, set the pay period, and add earnings and deduction lines. A BCEA-compliant PDF is generated instantly, and you can send it straight to their WhatsApp.
10 free documents. No card needed.