EEA2 & EEA4 Reporting Deadlines Explained
Everything you need to know about the EEA2 and EEA4 reports: what each one covers, who must submit, and how to avoid missing the annual reporting deadline.
By AutoEqui
EEA2 vs EEA4 — what is the difference?
Both are annual reports that designated employers submit to the Department of Employment & Labour.
- EEA2 is the Employment Equity Report. It captures your workforce profile, recruitment, promotions, terminations and your numerical targets per occupational level.
- EEA4 is the Income Differential Statement. It reports remuneration and benefits across occupational levels to expose disproportionate income differentials.
Who must submit?
Every designated employer (50 or more employees, or voluntary opt-in) must submit both reports each reporting cycle.
The deadline
Online submissions are generally due by 15 January each year, with a shorter window for manual submissions earlier in the cycle. Submitting on time is a condition for a valid EE compliance certificate — which you need to do business with the state.
Avoiding mistakes
- Keep your workforce data clean and current throughout the year.
- Reconcile EEA2 headcounts with your payroll before submitting.
- Make sure EEA4 income bands map correctly to occupational levels.
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