What can i do if‘Failed Bank Verification’ UIF TERS Error Code There some Situation may happen Uif Ters Bank verification failed or show error code no need to Panic this article explain steps to take ta fix the problem.
What Is UIF TERS?
TERS stands for Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme. It was introduced through the Unemployment Insurance Fund to provide temporary financial relief to workers affected by income disruptions.
TERS benefits were mainly used during:
- Workplace shutdowns
- Economic disruptions
- Temporary unemployment situations
However, not all the clients who applied for TERS benefits have received their money. One error code received by clients is ‘Failed Bank Verification’.
This error code means that the client has failed the automated bank verification process.
The UIF says that manual bank verifications have to be conducted on banking details attached to names and accounts with non-AVS and AVS participating banks. The bank details you provide must be no older than three months.
What To Do About The ‘Failed Bank Verification’ Error Code
Step 1. Call the Call Centre on 08000 3000 7 and select the TERS option.
Step 2. Inform the agent you want to do a manual bank verification.
Step 3. Answer the compulsory security questions that will be posted to you for you to proceed further.
UIF Verification Process
- Bank confirmation letter (Must not be older than three months)
- Trading as name should match the confirmation letter
- If applicable, the Bank Account profile name must be a match
- CIPC/IF must match the Covid-19 TERS portal and the UIF’s bank-end CRM system
- Account number must match on Covid-19 TERS portal
- Bank Name must match on the Covid-19 TERS portal
- Account type must match on the Covid-19 TERS portal
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does “Failed Bank Verification” mean on UIF TERS?
It means UIF could not verify your banking details successfully.
Why did my UIF bank verification fail?
It may fail due to incorrect account details or identity mismatches.
Can UIF pay into another person’s account?
Usually no, the account should belong to the applicant.
How do I update bank details on uFiling?
Log into uFiling and edit your payment information section.
What documents are needed for bank verification?
You may need a bank statement, bank letter, and ID copy.
How long does UIF bank verification take?
It may take several days or weeks depending on processing.
Can a closed account cause verification failure?
Yes, inactive or closed accounts often fail verification.
Can foreign workers face verification delays?
Yes, foreign workers sometimes experience additional checks.
What if my banking details keep failing?
Contact your bank or UIF support for assistance.
Does the bank account name need to match my ID?
Yes, names should match exactly.
Can incorrect branch codes cause problems?
Yes, wrong branch information may trigger errors.
Can blurry documents cause rejection?
Yes, unclear uploads may fail verification.
How do I know if verification succeeded?
Your UIF status may change to verified or approved.
Can UIF payments still be delayed after verification?
Yes, additional processing delays may occur.
What is UIF TERS?
TERS is temporary financial relief provided through UIF.
Can wrong ID numbers cause bank verification failure?
Yes, identity mismatches may stop approval.
Can I fix bank verification errors online?
Yes, many issues can be corrected through uFiling.
Should I contact UIF if delays continue?
Yes, persistent problems should be reported.
Can savings and current account mistakes cause issues?
Yes, incorrect account type selection may fail verification.
How can I avoid bank verification errors?
Use correct banking details and upload clear documents.


