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Business Entry Zimbabwe

Strategic Company Registration in Zimbabwe

Establishing a business in Zimbabwe requires compliance with the Companies and Other Business Entities Act [Chapter 24:31]. Elidge Corporate Services CC handles the complexity of the Department of Deeds, Companies and Intellectual Property (DCIP) and tax compliance with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA), ensuring your setup in Harare or Bulawayo is fast, secure, and fully legal.

Company Formation in Zimbabwe
DCIP Experts

Companies Registry Filing

We facilitate your registration directly with the Department of Deeds, Companies and Intellectual Property (DCIP), securing your Certificate of Incorporation and CR6/CR14 forms.

ZIMRA Tax Setup

BP Number & Tax Clearance

Secure your Business Partner (BP) Number and Tax Clearance Certificate (ITF 263) from the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA).

NSSA Setup

Social Security (NSSA)

We handle mandatory employer registration with the National Social Security Authority (NSSA).

ZIDA License

ZIDA Investment License

Guidance on obtaining an Investment License from the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) for foreign investors.

Zimbabwe Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for investors entering the Zimbabwean economy.

Private Business Corporation Zimbabwe

Private Business Corporation (PBC)

Ideal for small businesses. Similar to a partnership but with corporate status. Lower compliance requirements.

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Private Limited Company Zimbabwe

Private Limited Company (PLC)

The standard choice for most businesses. Liability is limited to shares held. Requires at least one director and shareholder.

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Foreign Company Branch Zimbabwe

Foreign Company Branch

Register a branch of a foreign company to operate in Zimbabwe without incorporating a new local entity.

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The Registration Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Harare

Efficient processing through the Companies Registry.

1
Name Search

Name Reservation

We conduct a name search (CV4) with the DCIP to ensure your proposed business name is unique and reserve it.

2
Document Filing

Document Filing

Submission of the Memorandum and Articles of Association (for PLC) or Incorporation Statement (for PBC).

3
Incorporation

Incorporation

Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation and CR6 (Directors) / CR14 (Address) forms.

4
Tax Clearance

Tax Clearance

Registration with ZIMRA for a BP Number and obtaining the initial Tax Clearance Certificate.

Expert Insights

Zimbabwe Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Zimbabwe Registration Expert
Company registration with the DCIP typically takes between 5 to 10 working days.
Yes, following the amendment of the Indigenisation Act, foreign investors can now own 100% of a company in most sectors.
A PBC is simpler, cheaper, and has members instead of shareholders (max 20). A PLC is more formal, has directors and shareholders, and is better for raising capital.
The Business Partner (BP) Number is the unique tax identification number issued by ZIMRA for all tax purposes.
Yes, a physical address in Zimbabwe is required for incorporation and tax registration.
The standard corporate income tax rate in Zimbabwe is 24% plus a 3% AIDS levy, totaling 24.72%.
Yes, English is the official language. All legal documents (Memorandum & Articles) must be in English.
At least one director (or member for PBCs) must be ordinarily resident in Zimbabwe.
Yes, once the company is incorporated and you have a Tax Clearance Certificate, you can open a corporate bank account.

Scale Your Business in Zimbabwe

Start your journey in Southern Africa. Get your Certificate of Incorporation and Tax Clearance with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Harare.

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