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South Africa 🇿🇦

Congratulations on your decision to hire employees in South Africa! As a vibrant country known for its rich cultural heritage and dynamic economy, South Africa can serve as a great base for businesses expanding in Africa. Plane simplifies the hiring process for you by offering automated tax document collection, payroll, benefits administration, and more, while ensuring compliance and maximum efficiency. Still, hiring in a new country can pose certain challenges, so we’ve put together the following guide on how to navigate the process of hiring in South Africa.

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Currency
ZAR
Onboarding
2.5 weeks minimum
Employer Cost
7.1%
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Public Holidays
12
4 Considerations Before Hiring in South Africa
As an employer in South Africa, it is important to have a comprehensive employment contract that outlines the terms and conditions of the employment relationship. The contract should include need-to-know info on compensation, benefits, vacation time, and sick leave policies. Before onboarding a new employee in South Africa, take a moment to consider the following:
Does your employee have the right to work in South Africa?
Will there be a probationary period? If so, for how long?
How many days of paid time off will be provided?
Should you offer additional incentives?
Currency
ZAR
Onboarding
2.5 weeks minimum
Employer Cost
7.1%
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Public Holidays
12

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You can estimate how much it will cost to employ your next hire in South Africa using Plane's Hire Calculator.

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Once you have sorted out the details mentioned above, you can add the employee to the Plane platform. We provide a step-by-step workflow that shows what tasks need to be completed, as well as real-time updates and notifications. This way, you can stay on top of the hiring process at all times. With Plane, you can confidently hire, knowing that you have a powerful tool at your disposal to manage the entire process from start to finish. Here are the instructions for adding a new employee to the platform:
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Plane offers a guided process for administrators and managers to hire and onboard their new employees.
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Hiring an employee in a new country can be a complex process, but with the right guidance and resources, it can be a smooth and successful transition. At Plane, we're committed to helping you navigate the process of hiring an employee in South Africa. We'll keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest regulations and employment laws.
Best of luck with your new hire, and welcome to South Africa!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to some common questions about hiring employees in South Africa with Plane:
What is the relationship between my company and Plane?
Can Plane withhold taxes for non-cash compensation (e.g. stocks, options)?
Will I be able to pay a bonus, commission, or any other additional payments?
Can Plane guarantee the employee’s start date?
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