Zimbabwe - Register for Value Added Tax (VAT)

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Procedure

1. To register for Value Added Tax (VAT), the applicant has to approach the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA).
2. Application form REV 1 Application Forms should be completely filled and submitted appropriately.
3. Also, make sure you have all the documents that are listed under the Required Documents section of this page.
4. Following link has information about offices locations of Zambia Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) which can be approached : ZIMRA Offices

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Required Documents

• Current Bank Account information and statements
• Certificate of Incorporation
• Memorandum and Articles of Association
• CR6
• CR14
• Copy of identity documents for at least two directors
• Letter appointing Public Officer and confirmation that the person has got signing powers to the bank accounts
• Proof of residence of directors and public officer e.g. utility bills

Office Locations & Contacts

Following link provides you information about offices locations of Zambia Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) : ZIMRA Offices

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Fees

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Validity

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Documents to Use

Application forms that can be used : Application Forms

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Instructions

• A trader is liable to register for VAT purposes if the value of taxable supplies exceeds or is expected to exceed $60,000 within a period of 12 months. In cases where the operator has reached/exceeded a turnover of $60,000 but failed to register, the Commissioner General of the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) may compulsorily register the operator. The operator would be required to pay the VAT due, interest and penalties on the computed debt. Failure to register for VAT constitutes an offence in terms of the VAT.
  
  

Traders Excluded for VAT Registration

• Traders who will be solely dealing in exempt supplies.
• Any person conducting private or recreational pursuit or hobby.
• Any service provided by an employee to his employer or small traders whose taxable turnover is below US$60,000 per annum

Required Information

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1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

Need for the Document

This procedure provides you information about how to register for a Value Added Tax (VAT) in Zimbabwe.

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