Essential Company Registration Documents
Registering a company in Zimbabwe under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act (Chapter 24:31) requires several key documents to be filed with the Registrar of Companies. Below you will find guides, templates, and downloadable forms for every document you need.
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Company Registration Forms
| Document | Purpose | Required? |
|---|
| CR14 Form |
Particulars of Directors — lists all company directors and their details |
Yes |
| CR6 Form |
Notice of Registered Office — declares the company’s official address |
Yes |
| Memorandum of Association |
Defines the company’s name, objects, share capital, and liability |
Yes (or Constitution) |
| Articles of Association |
Internal governance rules for the company’s operations |
Yes (or Constitution) |
| Company Constitution |
Combined MoA and AoA in a single modern document (allowed under the new Act) |
Alternative to MoA/AoA |
The Registration Process
The company registration process in Zimbabwe typically follows these steps:
- Name Search & Reservation — Reserve your company name with the Registrar of Companies (valid for 30 days)
- Prepare Documents — Draft your CR14, CR6, and either a Memorandum/Articles of Association or a Company Constitution
- File with the Registrar — Submit all documents to the Companies Registry at the Deeds Office
- Pay Registration Fees — Government fees range from USD 100 to USD 150
- Receive Certificate of Incorporation — Once approved, you receive your company’s certificate
- Register for Tax — Register with ZIMRA for tax obligations including income tax, VAT (if applicable), and PAYE
Types of Companies in Zimbabwe
The Companies and Other Business Entities Act provides for several types of business entities:
- Private Limited Company (Pvt Ltd) — The most common type, limited to 50 shareholders, shares not offered to the public
- Public Limited Company (PLC) — Can offer shares to the public and list on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange
- Private Business Corporation (PBC) — A simplified structure for small businesses with 1-20 members
- Co-operative — Owned and operated by members for their mutual benefit
- Sole Proprietor — A business owned by one person, registered under a trade name
Post-Registration Requirements
After registering your company, you must also:
- Open a corporate bank account with a licensed Zimbabwean bank
- Register for tax with ZIMRA — BP number, income tax, and VAT if turnover exceeds the threshold
- Register for NSSA (National Social Security Authority) contributions
- Obtain any sector-specific licences (e.g., tourism, mining, financial services)
- Maintain a registered office as declared on your CR6 form
- File annual returns and keep proper accounting records