COVID-19 (Archived) > COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) > My business is having to close down completely and will not reopen after lockdown. Which UIF code should I use for my employees?

In cases where your business unfortunately has to cease trading entirely and will not reopen after lockdown, you should use code 14 when ending employees’ service.

For details on ending an employee’s service on SimplePay, please see our help site.

More information on UIF codes is available in our COVID-19 UIF Quick Reference Guide.

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