When your UIF status says “Completed by Assessor,” it means that a UIF assessor has reviewed your application, made a decision, and completed the adjudication process. The typical processing times are 15 days for unemployment claims and 5 days for maternity claims.
What This Status Means
“Completed by Assessor” indicates that:
- Your application has been reviewed and adjudicated.
- You are now awaiting payment.
Next Steps
After seeing this status, you can expect your payment to be processed soon.
Related Status: “Sent to Paymaster”
If your status changes to “Sent to Paymaster,” it means your payment is being processed for disbursement. Find out Understanding “UIF Completed by Assessor” Status and Understanding “Cancelled by the Paymaster” UIF Status.
Framework: Siyaya
The Siyaya system is used to streamline the rules and approval processes within UIF. You might encounter statuses such as:
- Siyaya Approved: Your claim has been approved.
- Siyaya Not Approved: Your claim has not been approved.
UIF Contact Details
If you need assistance or have unresolved issues, you can contact the UIF offices through various means:
- UIF Call Centre: 0800 843 843
- Escalate Complaint: 0800 030 007
- Department of Labour: 012 309 4000
- Email: uifcallcenter@labour.gov.za
For in-person assistance, visit your nearest UIF office if online resolution is not possible or if previous communication attempts were unsuccessful.