SA Labour Calculators
Free tools built on current South African labour rates.
Minimum Wage Calculator
Calculate the minimum wage for different worker types based on current SA rates.
Hourly
R30,23
Daily
R241,84
Weekly
R1 209,20
Monthly (est.)
R5 235,84
Effective from 2026-03-01. Overtime rates: weekday 1.5×, Sunday 2×, public holiday 2×.
UIF Contribution Calculator
Calculate employee and employer UIF contributions based on gross monthly pay.
Employee (1%)
R58.70
Employer (1%)
R58.70
Total (2%)
R117.40
UIF applies if the employee works more than 24 hours per month. The employee contribution is deducted from their salary. The employer contribution is an additional cost to the employer.
Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate overtime pay at the correct SA rates for weekdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
Weekday (1.5×)
R0.00
Sunday (2×)
R0.00
Holiday (2×)
R0.00
Total
R0.00
Pro-Rata Leave Calculator
Calculate annual, sick, and family responsibility leave entitlements based on employment dates and schedule.
Annual Leave
2 days
1 day per 17 days worked
Sick Leave (36-month cycle)
2 days
30 days per 36-month cycle
Family Responsibility
0 days
Requires 4+ months & 4+ days/week
Employed 2 months (48 working days). Leave entitlements based on BCEA rules.
13th Cheque / Bonus Calculator
Calculate the pro-rata December bonus (13th cheque) based on months worked in the year.
Pro-Rata Bonus
R5 870,00
(R5,870 ÷ 12) × 12 months
Full 13th Cheque
R5 870,00
If employed full 12 months
The 13th cheque is not required by law but is customary in South Africa. If you've paid it consistently, it may be considered a term of employment.
Public Holiday Pay Calculator
See all 2026 public holidays and what you must pay if the employee works.
| Date | Holiday | Day Off Pay | If Worked (2×) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan | New Year's Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 21 Mar | Human Rights Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 03 Apr | Good Friday | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 06 Apr | Family Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 27 Apr | Freedom Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 01 May | Workers' Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 16 Jun | Youth Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 10 Aug | National Women's Day (observed) | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 24 Sept | Heritage Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 16 Dec | Day of Reconciliation | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 25 Dec | Christmas Day | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 26 Dec | Day of Goodwill | R241.84 | R483.68 |
| 28 Dec | Day of Goodwill (observed) | R241.84 | R483.68 |
If the holiday falls on a normal work day, the employee gets the day off with normal pay. If they work, they must be paid at least double.