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FAQs
Who should contribute?

All statutory bodies, local authorities and agencies with employees of pensionable status shall contribute to KWAP.

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Who is an employer?

An employer is either a statutory body, local authority or agency with pensionable employees.

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When should an employer start paying its contributions?

An employer is required to pay pension contributions for its pensionable employees upon the award of the pension status by the Public Service Department. 

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When is the due date of payment of pension contributions?
The due date of payment of pension contribution is the last day of the following month.
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What happens if an employer fails to pay its monthly contributions on time?

An employer is subject to a penalty at a rate of 0.5% of the contribution amount for each month the contribution amount remains unpaid.

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What is the rate of contributions?
The rate of contribution is 17.5% of the employees basic salaries.
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What are the documents required for the registration of employers?
Documents required for registration of employers are as follows :

  • Application letter by the employer
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What are the documents required for the registration of members?
Documents required for the registration of members are as follows :

  • Application letter by the employer
  • Member Registration Form (Form CP1)
  • A copy of Approval Letter from Public Service Department confirming the pensionable status.
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Who are KWAP’s members?
Pensionable employees of Statutory Bodies, Local Authorities and Agencies.
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Does KWAP send out annual contribution statement to the contributors?
No, KWAP does not send out annual contribution statements to the contributing employers
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