Labour

Retrenchment package calculator

Work out the minimum severance pay, notice pay and leave payout you are owed if you are retrenched, based on the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.

Your details

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Gross monthly salary

Your normal monthly remuneration before deductions, including regular allowances.

Years of continuous service

Decimals are fine, e.g. 5.5. Only completed years count for severance.

Untaken leave days (optional)

Annual leave you have accrued but not taken.

Notice period

Paid out instead of working it I will work my notice

Type of employment

General employee Farm or domestic worker

Fill in the form and press Calculate to see your estimate.

Results are estimates based on published rates and statutory minimums. They are not legal advice.

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