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What is the company registry in Zimbabwe?
Department of Deeds, Companies & Intellectual Property - Registrar of Companies (Ministry of Justice Legal and Parliamentary Affairs, Republic of Zimbabwe)
SV Muzenda & Samora Machel Avenue, 6th Floor, Block C, Harare, Zimbabwe
About Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Companies Registry is located in Harare and was founded in 1894.
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo Rivers. The main language of Zimbabwe is Shona which is spoken by 78% of the population with other languages such as Ndebele and English spoken by a small percentage. The local currency is the Zimbabwean ZiG (ZiG). The population of Zimbabwe is over 16.87 million.
Zimbabwe Economy
The Real GDP in Zimbabwe is in the region of $56.249 billion with a GDP per capita of $3,400. Zimbabwe economy growth has been bolstered by tourism, services, construction, and private consumption. The leading export commodities for Zimbabwe are gold, nickel, tobacco, iron alloys, diamonds.
Main Trading Partners of Zimbabwe
The leading export and import partners for Zimbabwe are:
Exports: UAE 57%, South Africa 17%, China 7%, Belgium 4%, Mozambique 2%
Imports: South Africa 39%, China 15%, Singapore 12%, UAE 6%, Mozambique 4%
Zimbabwe Certificate of Incorporation
The Zimbabwe Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the local company register and we can provide a copy of this company incorporation certificate where available. A certificate of incorporation is a legal document that proves a company is registered with the local register and has met all the requirements to do so.
Zimbabwe Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Zimbabwe company registry. A Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) is an official document that confirms a company's legal compliance and good standing. The availability and information provided on the certificate of good standing will vary for each jurisdiction.
Reasons to obtain company documents
An extract from the Zimbabwe register can be used for many reasons including:
Background checks on potential Zimbabwe customers / suppliers
Litigation claims
Check potential employers
Wills and Probate
Regulation for Zimbabwe Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Zimbabwe the relevant laws are:
The Patents Acts Chapter 26:03
The Trade marks Acts Chapter 26:04
The Copyright and Neighbouring rights Act Chapter 26:05
The Industrial Designs Act Chapter
The Integrated Circuits Layout-Designs Act, Chapter 26:07
The Armorial Bearings, Names, Uniforms and Badges Act Chapter 10:01
The Geographical Indications Act Chapter 26:06
What information is free to view at Zimbabwe Company Registry?
None but a Zimbabwe company extract/profile will include where available:
Zimbabwe Company Name
Zimbabwe Representatives
Zimbabwe Director and proprietors
Zimbabwe Current status (active/inactive)
Zimbabwe Activity / Type of business
Zimbabwe Registered Address
Do you need to register / sign up at the Zimbabwe Company Registry?
No, you do not need to sign up at the local Zimbabwe register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Zimbabwe
The number of registered companies is not Publicly Available in Zimbabwe.
Types of Companies in Zimbabwe
Businesses in Zimbabwe can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
Zimbabwe Private Companies
Zimbabwe Public Companies
Zimbabwe Companies Limited By Guarantee
Zimbabwe Co-operative Companies
Zimbabwe Foreign Companies
Zimbabwe Private Business Corporations
Other Zimbabwe Company Registry Services
Zimbabwe Company Register provides a wide range of services which includes:
Zimbabwe Deeds
Zimbabwe Intellectual Property
Can you order a Zimbabwe Apostille Certificate?
No, Zimbabwe has not agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents.
Even though Zimbabwe has not agreed to this Zimbabwe company registry search documents will often still require an Apostille certificate but will then also require further legalisation or attestation via their embassy.
What is the language(s) of the Zimbabwe Company Registry?
The Zimbabwe Company Register is in English language only.
Zimbabwe Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Zimbabwe has 41 embassies abroad, as well as nine consulates and three other representations.
Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, hosts 51 embassies, and in addition there are a total of ten consulates and another two representations located in Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Zimbabwe. Our local partner is based in Harare which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Zimbabwe including Gweru, Chinhoyi, Mutare and Bulawayo. Our agents can make discreet enquiries at the location to confirm if company currently trades at the address and take photographs along with any other special requests.
Zimbabwe Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Zimbabwe Debt Collection service on a No Win No Fee basis. All debts are pursued by our local office/partner in the country/jurisdiction where the debtor is located including Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Zimbabwe. Our specialist Zimbabwe skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Zimbabwe Business Credit Reports
Creditreform provides Zimbabwe Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Zimbabwe. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Zimbabwe Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Zimbabwe?
The extracts / documents available will vary depending on the jurisdiction and company type. If you can provide details on the company we can check availability to confirm what extracts are available and provide quote.
2. What is the difference between a company extract and a credit report?
A company extract provides official information/documentation which can include where available such as a company's registration, directors, and share capital. A credit report provides information about a company's finances, ownership and credit worthiness.
3. Is shareholder information available in Zimbabwe?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Zimbabwe?
Financial information is usually required to be filed at the local register but is not always publicly available. Financial information is more publicly available in Europe compared to other regions globally where there is not always a legal requirement.
5. What is the cost to obtain company extracts?
The cost of obtaining company extracts varies depending on the jurisdiction, access to the local register and the delivery speed required. We will always provide a no obligation quote before proceeding.
6. What is the delivery time to obtain company documents?
The delivery time to obtain company documents depends on the jurisdiction and access to the local register. We will always provide the documents by email where possible to speed up delivery.