What is the minimum share capital for a Zimbabwean company?

There is no statutory minimum paid-up share capital for a private company. Most founders adopt a nominal share capital and allot shares between the initial shareholders.

How many directors does a Private Limited Company need?

At least one director is required, and a private company may have up to fifty shareholders.

Can foreigners own a Zimbabwean Private Limited Company?

Yes. Non-residents may hold shares and act as directors, subject to sector-specific rules. Certified passport copies and proof of address are required for each foreign party.

Is a PLC worth the extra $30 over a PBC?

If you plan to bid for tenders, bring in investors or add shareholders, yes — converting later costs more than registering correctly the first time.

Private Limited Company registration cost in Zimbabwe

$150all-in, including Memorandum & Articles

Short answer

A Private Limited Company (PLC) in Zimbabwe costs $150 to register through Amashad. The fee covers the name search, Memorandum and Articles of Association, CR6 and CR14 lodgements, all Registrar of Companies fees and your Certificate of Incorporation.

A Private Limited Company is the structure most Zimbabwean buyers, banks and investors expect. It separates shareholders from directors, issues shares, and carries the (Private) Limited suffix that procurement officers look for on a tender document.

At $150 the difference against a PBC is small, and for any business that plans to raise capital, take on partners or bid for contracts, it is usually the better long-term choice.

Full cost breakdown

Item	Cost	Notes
Private Limited Company registration	$150	All-inclusive
Memorandum & Articles of Association	Included	Drafted to your share structure
Name search — 5 proposed names	Included	Lodged with the Registrar
CR6 & CR14 notices	Included	Registered office and directors
Share register set-up	Included	Shareholders and allotments recorded
PRAZ supplier registration	$120	Optional — needed for government tenders
Annual return + beneficial ownership	$95 / year	Statutory, every year

What the price includes

Company name search of up to five proposed names
Memorandum and Articles of Association tailored to your shareholding
CR6 registered office notice and CR14 directors notice
Share capital and allotment details recorded
All Registrar of Companies lodgement fees
Certificate of Incorporation delivered digitally

What costs extra

ZIMRA tax registration ($60)
NSSA employer registration ($45)
PRAZ supplier registration ($120)
Sector licences

Turnaround: 5 – 10 working days after your documents are complete.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum share capital for a Zimbabwean company?: There is no statutory minimum paid-up share capital for a private company. Most founders adopt a nominal share capital and allot shares between the initial shareholders.
How many directors does a Private Limited Company need?: At least one director is required, and a private company may have up to fifty shareholders.
Can foreigners own a Zimbabwean Private Limited Company?: Yes. Non-residents may hold shares and act as directors, subject to sector-specific rules. Certified passport copies and proof of address are required for each foreign party.
Is a PLC worth the extra $30 over a PBC?: If you plan to bid for tenders, bring in investors or add shareholders, yes — converting later costs more than registering correctly the first time.