Company Registration in Zimbabwe 

Launch a business correctly. Get guidance on structure, name reservation, and legal filing. Avoid delays and errors.

Choose Your Business Entity

Private Business Corporation

Ideal for sole entrepreneurs, freelancers, small businesses and startups. 

$130.00

Key Benefits 

 

  • 1 member/director
  •  Simple structure 
  •  Cost-effective setup
  •  Operate formally 
  •  Easy to manage

Private Limited Company 

Best for SMEs, established businesses, and growth-focused entrepreneurs. 

$180.00

Key Benefits 

 

  • Limited liability
  • Professional credibility
  • Business opportunities
  • Bring in investors
  • Built for growth 

Company Limited by Guarantee

Suitable for Non-profit organisations, charities, associations and community-focused.

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Key Benefits 

 

  • No traditional share capital
  • Formal structure entity 
  • Build credibility
  • Support funding application
  • Long-term purpose 

Corperative

Good for farmers, producers, community groups, and housing cooperatives. 

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Key Benefits 

 

  • Pool resources
  • Democratic participation
  • Share the benefits
  • Collective bargaining power
  • Cooperative opportunities 

Not Sure Which Right Structure for You?

Let us help you choose the right structure before you register. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

 

Choose PBC if you are starting small with 1 person and want low cost and no annual returns. Choose Pvt Ltd if you plan to grow, apply for tenders, get loans, or bring in investors.

PBC needs 1 member. Pvt Ltd needs minimum 2 shareholders. NGO / Trust needs minimum 2 members.

Name search: 3 day. Registration: 5-7 working days. 

IDs, addresses, 5 proposed company names, shareholding structure, and director details.

Yes. Foreigners can register both PBC and Pvt Ltd. Pvt Ltd requires at least one local resident director for compliance.

Yes. You can convert PBC to Pvt Ltd as your business grows. We handle the full conversion. 

First register a Company Limited by Guarantee, then apply for PVO certificate. You need constitution, objectives, office address, and board members. 

Name search, registration, certificate, Memorandum & Articles, CR5, CR6, and ZIMRA guidance. Tax registration is optional add-on.