A patch file is now available on the Sage Portal for Sage VIP Classic and Premier Release 6.4a released on 19 June 2025.
The patch file includes:
- Kenya: SHIF Monthly return and online submission template update (Premier only)
- Namibia: E.As.6 Annual wage return limit changes
- Nigeria: NHF template update (Premier only)
- Zambia: NAPSA template update (Premier only)
- Uganda: NSSF Monthly schedule report update (Premier only)
Please note:
- This is an additional download for Sage VIP Classic and Premier Release 6.4a and is not included in the update installation file available on the Sage Portal.
- For more information on this patch file, refer to the Additional Notes Release 6.4a Patch 25.06.19.
- The patch file should not be installed on any system prior to Release 6.4a.
- There a separate patch files for 32-bit and 64-bit versions of the application
How to download and install the patch file:
Important: It’s always recommended to perform a full system backup before extracting any new program files to your application.
- Access the Sage Portal (https://portal.sage.co.za/shp/)
- Select Product Updates.
- Select your payroll product: Sage VIP Classic or Sage VIP Premier.
- Select Release 6.4a.
- Scroll down and locate Patch File 25.06.19 in the Additional Downloads section:
- There are separate patch files the 32-bit and 64-bit versions of the payroll software - select the correct file to download
- Extract the contents of the .ZIP file to your system folder and select to overwrite the existing files.
- Additional Notes Release 64a - 20250619.pdf