Which documents do I need to claim UIF as an asylum seeker? The short answer The whole question What should I take with me when going to claim my UIF as an asylum seeker? When I contacted the Department of Labour they said they were unable to help me. However, my boss told me that I'm already registered and that he monthly deducts UIF contributions. The long answer Thank you for your email asking what documents you as an asylum seeker need to take to claim UIF, as your boss registered you and deducted UIF contributions every month. These are the documents that the Labour Department requires: