A frontier market with vast untapped potential.
Abundant opportunities in mining, including gold, platinum, diamonds, and lithium.
A gateway to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and COMESA markets.
High literacy rates and a pool of skilled and adaptable labor.
Ongoing efforts to improve the business climate and attract foreign direct investment.
Turnkey solutions for establishing your business in Zimbabwe.
Essential company registration for local entrepreneurs and startups.
($500 USD)
7-10 business days
Full-service package for foreign investors and established businesses.
($750 USD)
15-20 business days
All-inclusive compliance and advisory package for seamless operations.
($1,300 USD)
Varies by license
Simplified structure for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
($350 USD)
5-7 business days
Choosing the right structure for your venture.
The most common form of business entity, offering limited liability to its shareholders. Ideal for both local and foreign investors.
No official minimum
Minimum 1, Maximum 50
A simpler entity for small to medium-sized businesses, with fewer compliance requirements than a PLC. Cannot have more than 20 members.
No minimum
Minimum 1, Maximum 20
Suitable for large businesses intending to raise capital from the public by listing on the stock exchange. Stricter compliance and disclosure rules apply.
Prescribed minimum
Minimum 7, no maximum
A foreign company can register a branch in Zimbabwe. The branch is considered an extension of the parent company.
N/A
Parent Company
A full suite of services to ensure your business thrives.
Mandatory for foreign investors, offering various protections and incentives.
($500 USD)
Full assistance with opening a corporate bank account with leading banks.
($400 USD)
Ensuring your company's compliance with the Companies Act.
($600 USD)
Monthly bookkeeping, payroll, and tax filing services.
($1,000 USD)
A transparent, step-by-step guide to your company registration in Zimbabwe.
We conduct a search at the Registrar of Companies to ensure your proposed company name is available.
We prepare the Memorandum & Articles of Association and other incorporation documents (CR14, CR6).
We file the prepared documents with the Registrar of Companies and pay the registration fees.
We register the new company with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) and begin the bank account opening process.
For foreign investors, we prepare and submit the application for the mandatory ZIDA Investment License.
Maintaining your Zimbabwean company in good standing.
Your questions about doing business in Zimbabwe, answered.
Zimbabwe offers a unique combination of vast mineral wealth, a strategic position in Southern Africa, a highly literate workforce, and a government actively seeking foreign investment. It's a frontier market with significant growth potential, especially in sectors like mining, agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing.
The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) License is mandatory for foreign investors. It streamlines the investment process and provides benefits such as investment guarantees, profit repatriation, and access to special economic zones.
Companies are subject to Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Value Added Tax (VAT) if their turnover exceeds the threshold, Pay As You Earn (PAYE) for employees, and Withholding Taxes on certain payments. Our Professional and Premium packages include tax registration and advisory.
Yes, in most sectors, foreigners can own 100% of a company. However, certain strategic sectors, particularly in mining (diamonds and platinum), may have specific local ownership requirements. We can provide detailed advice based on your business activity.
The process can be challenging due to strict due diligence requirements. Our bank account opening assistance service leverages our relationships with local and international banks to facilitate the process, ensuring you have all the necessary documentation prepared correctly.