Domestic Worker Pay Calculator
Calculate domestic worker wages in South Africa. Minimum wage R28.79/hr (2024/2025), UIF 1%, annual leave 21 days. BCEA compliance checklist included.
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hrs
Standard full-time is 45 hours/week. Maximum 45 ordinary hours per week.
wks
Use 4.33 for monthly calculation (52 weeks ÷ 12 months).
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Minimum wage for domestic workers: R28.79/hr (2024/2025).
Monthly Gross Pay
R 4 986
Hourly Rate
R 28.79/hr
Monthly Hours
173 hrs
UIF Deduction (employee 1%)
R 50
Net Take-Home Pay
R 4 937
UIF (employer 1%)
R 50
Annual Leave Provision/month
R 291
Total Monthly Employer Cost
R 5 327
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Domestic Worker Employment in SA
Domestic workers in South Africa are covered by Sectoral Determination 7 under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). The minimum wage is R28.79/hr (2024/2025). Employers must register workers for UIF (both pay 1%) and provide 21 days annual leave.
Failure to comply can result in fines from the Department of Labour. Keep a written employment contract, issue payslips, and maintain attendance records.
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hrs
Monthly Net Pay
R 4 940
Hourly Rate
R 28.79/hr
Monthly Hours
173.3 hrs
Monthly Gross
R 4 990
UIF (employee 1%)
-R 50
Domestic Worker Pay Calculation
Monthly Gross = Hourly Rate × Hours per Week × (52 ÷ 12)
UIF Employee = Monthly Gross × 1%
UIF Employer = Monthly Gross × 1%
Net Pay = Monthly Gross − UIF Employee − Any Agreed Deductions
Total Employer Cost = Monthly Gross + UIF Employer + Leave Provision
Example: R35/hr × 40hrs/wk × 4.33 = R6,062/month gross
UIF employee = R60.62
Net = R6,001
UIF employer = R60.62
Total cost to employer = ~R6,300/month (incl. leave provision)
BCEA Key Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum wage | R28.79/hr (2024/2025) |
| Maximum ordinary hours | 45 hours/week, 9 hours/day (5-day week) |
| Overtime rate | 1.5× normal rate (2× on Sundays/public holidays) |
| Annual leave | 21 consecutive days per year |
| Sick leave | 30 days per 3-year cycle (1 day per 26 days in first 6 months) |
| Family responsibility leave | 3 days per year (birth, death of close family) |
| Notice period (under 6 months) | 1 week |
| Notice period (6 months–1 year) | 2 weeks |
| Notice period (over 1 year) | 4 weeks |
| UIF registration | Mandatory, both employer and employee pay 1% |
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Worker 1
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hrs
days
Gross: R 6 067/moNet: R 6 006/moEmployer cost: R 6 617/moService: 3.2 yrs
Total Monthly Payroll
R 6 617
Total Gross Wages
R 6 067
Total Net Wages
R 6 006
Total UIF (employer)
R 61
Annual Payroll
R 79 408
BCEA Compliance Checklist
| Requirement | Minimum | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage (2024/2025) | R28.79/hr | Pass |
| Maximum ordinary hours | 45 hrs/week | Pass |
| UIF registration required | All employees | Register at SARS |
| Annual leave | 21 consecutive days | Included |
| Sick leave | 30 days per 3 years | Track manually |
| Written employment contract | Required | Provide to worker |
| Payslip | Required each pay period | Issue monthly |
Frequently Asked Questions
R28.79 per hour (2024/2025 rate). This applies to all domestic workers: cleaners, gardeners, au pairs, and childminders. Reviewed annually by the Minister of Employment and Labour.
Yes, it is mandatory. Register at SARS or online at uFiling (ufiling.labour.gov.za). Both employer and employee pay 1% of wages. Maximum monthly contribution is capped at R177.12 each.
21 consecutive days per year, or 1 day per 17 days worked. Leave must be taken (not simply paid out) and agreed between employer and employee.
Accommodation: yes, up to 10% of wages with a written agreement. Food and other benefits cannot be deducted unless separately agreed in writing. Total deductions cannot reduce wages below the minimum wage.
Not registering is a criminal offence. The Department of Labour can inspect and fine employers. Workers who are not registered cannot claim UIF benefits if they lose their jobs. Arrears contributions plus interest and penalties apply.