How To Calculate Settling-In Allowance In Zambia

What is Settling-In Allowance?

A settling-in allowance is a money provided as part of relocation expenses to a person who has transferred locations or moved for a new job.

How To Calculate Settling-In Allowance In Zambia

An Employer is required to remit 10 % of an employee’s GROSS earnings subject to the prevailing ceiling amount. 5% is paid by employees and 5% by the employer.

As of 1 January 2019, the new NAPSA ceiling is K21 476 per month

How is housing Settling-In Allowance calculated in Zambia?

Pay housing allowance at 30 percent of the basic salary; ii) Pay transport allowance of K120 to employees who were not provided transport but were

living in areas outside the 3 kilometre radius; and iii) Comply with the basic pay for a Driver as per requirements of the Law.