Adoption benefits at UIF
You must be a UIF contributor who legally adopted a child younger than two, take leave or stop working to care for the child, and receive less than your normal wages while on adoption leave.
Always open
Grant
You can apply at any time
There is no closing date. Apply through the official channel below.
About
This is a UIF benefit for contributors who have legally adopted a child younger than two. You can claim if you take leave or stop working to care for the child and receive less than your normal wages while on adoption leave.
What it covers
- Adoption benefits
Who can apply
Be a contributor to UIF
Have legally adopted a child younger than two
Take leave from work or stop working to look after the child
Receive less than your normal wages while on adoption leave
Sources
Official sourceUnemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)Checked against www.gov.za on 23 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.