Does UIF money expire if not claimed?


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You have six months from the date of unemployment to claim your UIF benefits. If you do not claim within this time frame, you risk losing your entitlement to the benefits.If you do not claim within this time frame, you risk losing your entitlement to the benefits.



If you are unable to claim your UIF benefits within the six-month period due to a medical condition or any other justifiable reason, you may be allowed to claim your benefits at a later stage. However, you will need to provide evidence to support your claim.

UIF money does not expire if not claimed, but there is a six-month time limit for claiming UIF benefits. If you need assistance with claiming your benefits or have any questions, it is best to seek advice from the Department of Employment and Labour.

You cannot claim if you have resigned, been suspended or absconded from work.