Zimbabwe - Apply for Permanent Residence

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Procedure

1. The applicant who would like to apply for a Permanent Residence, will be eligible to do do, only he or she abides by the eligibility points that are provided under section Eligibility of this page.
2. Appropriate application forms can be obtained from the Zimbabwean embassies and consulates across the world. Following are list of embassies and consulates which could help : Zimbabwe Embassies and Consulates
3. You could also contact the Department of Immigration Zimbabwe who can help you: Zimbabwe Contact Info

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Required Documents

• Two passport size photographs certified true likeness of applicant are required in all cases.
• In the case of married couples, divorcees and widows, marriage, divorce and death certificates will be required respectively.
• A valid Radiological Certificate confirming applicant is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis is required.

Office Locations & Contacts

Following link provides contact info of Department of Immigration Zimbabwe : Zimbabwe Contact Info
List of Zimbabwe Embassies and Consulates : Zimbabwe Embassies and Consulates

Eligibility

• A person who has resided or lived in Zimbabwe for a continuous period of five years on a residence permit or on a dependent residence permit is eligible for permanent residence application. However, this does not apply to a holder of a Temporary Employment Permit.
• Employees of Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), those on Government to government agreement contracts and on Diplomatic posting, do not qualify for permanent residence regardless of having lived in Zimbabwe for a continuous period of five years or more.
• Expatriates working for the Government must have their applications supported by the specific line Ministry.
• Applications are not considered while applicants are in the country.
  
  

For Resumption of Residence

• A permanent resident who has been absent from Zimbabwe for a continuous period not exceeding five years may apply for resumption of residence.

Fees

• A non refundable statutory fee of US$500.00 on submission of application.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Instructions

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Required Information

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Need for the Document

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