COIDA Letter of Good Standing: How to Get Yours [2025]

Every employer in South Africa must register with the Compensation Fund under COIDA. Your Letter of Good Standing proves you're registered and up to date with payments.

What is COIDA?

COIDA stands for Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. It provides compensation to employees (or their families) for:

• Occupational injuries
• Occupational diseases
• Death arising from work

Who Must Register?

Every employer with one or more employees must register. This includes:

• Construction companies
• All trades (electricians, plumbers, etc.)
• Even one-person operations with casual labour

Why Do You Need a Letter of Good Standing?

You need it for:

• **Tenders** - mandatory for government work
• **Site access** - principal contractors require it
• **Insurance purposes** - protects your business
• **Legal compliance** - it's the law

How to Register

New Registration

• Go to **www.labour.gov.za**
• Download form W.As.2 (Application for Registration)
• Complete the form with:
• Company details
• Number of employees
• Annual wages paid
• Type of work
• Submit to Department of Labour
• Receive your registration number

Online Registration

You can also register at www.cf.labour.gov.za:

• Create an account
• Complete online application
• Upload supporting documents
• Submit electronically

How to Get Your Letter of Good Standing

Once registered, you can get your Letter of Good Standing:

Online Method (Fastest)

• Go to **https://uifregistration.labour.gov.za/**
• Log in with your details
• Request Letter of Good Standing
• Download immediately

In Person

• Visit your nearest Department of Labour office
• Request the letter
• Provide your registration number
• Collect same day or within 3 days

Assessment and Payments

The Compensation Fund will assess your annual contribution based on:

• Number of employees
• Annual earnings
• Industry classification (risk rating)

You must pay your assessment annually to maintain good standing.

Common Problems

• **Can't find registration number** - contact DoL with company details
• **Outstanding payments** - settle arrears to get good standing
• **Website down** - try early morning or visit office
• **Wrong details** - submit correction form W.As.7

Keep It Current

Your Letter of Good Standing should be:

• Renewed annually
• Updated when employee numbers change
• Kept on file for tenders

Need Help?

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