Zimbabwe Company Registration Forms 2026 — CR14, CR6, MoA & AoA Templates

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
Board Resolution	Template for recording formal decisions made by the board of directors	Recommended

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

Related Documents: You may also need a Shareholder Agreement if you have multiple shareholders, or a Service Agreement for director/company contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What forms do I need to register a company in Zimbabwe?

To register a private limited company in Zimbabwe you need a CR14 (Directors Particulars), CR6 (Registered Office Address), Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association or a Company Constitution. These are filed with the Zimbabwe Companies Registry under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act (Chapter 24:31).

How much does it cost to register a company in Zimbabwe?

Government fees for company registration in Zimbabwe range from USD 100 to USD 150 depending on the type of entity. Professional preparation fees for all documents typically start from USD 50 to USD 200. For a full done-for-you service, visit RegisterCompany.co.zw.

Can I register a company in Zimbabwe online?

The Zimbabwe Companies Registry has been working on an online registration portal. Currently, most registrations are done in person at the Deeds Office in Harare or Bulawayo, though agents and legal practitioners can file on your behalf.

What is the difference between a MoA/AoA and a Company Constitution?

A Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association are two separate documents — the MoA defines the company externally (name, objects, capital) while the AoA governs internal affairs. A Company Constitution combines both into a single modern document, which is allowed under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act.

How long does company registration take in Zimbabwe?

Company registration typically takes 7 to 14 working days if all documents are correctly prepared and filed. Name reservation takes 1-2 days. Using a professional service can speed up the process as they ensure documents are correct the first time.

Company Registration Forms Zimbabwe