Last Updated: June 2025
ZIMRA TARMS registration is a crucial step in registering and operating a business in Zimbabwe. Below are the most frequently asked questions about the ZIMRA TARMS registration process.
ZIMRA TARMS (Taxpayer Registration and Management System) is an online platform allowing individuals and companies to register as taxpayers. You receive a Business Partner Number (BP Number) and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) required for opening bank accounts, importing goods, getting tax clearance, and government tenders.
Any individual, partnership, or company that earns income, imports goods, or engages in any form of trade in Zimbabwe should register, including sole traders, SMEs, NGOs, contractors, and individuals importing vehicles.
For individuals: National ID, proof of residence, completed ITF263 form.
For companies: Certificate of Incorporation, CR14 and CR6 forms, Memorandum and Articles, Directors' IDs, proof of business address, bank details.
Once all correct documents are submitted, registration typically takes 1 to 3 working days.
Yes. Visit the official ZIMRA e-Services Portal to create an account, submit documents, and track your registration progress.
No. You first need to file your tax returns and comply with submission requirements before ZIMRA issues a tax clearance certificate.
Depending on your business: Income Tax, PAYE, VAT, Capital Gains Tax, Withholding Tax, or Presumptive Tax.
By taking ZIMRA registration seriously, you are investing in the long-term success of your business.