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Annual Returns
Every private limited company in Zimbabwe must file an annual return at the Companies Registry on an annual basis.
The annual return provides the Companies Registry with up-to-date information on a company’s registered office address, the address at which the register of members is kept, the number of shares in the company, the number of issued shares, directors and secretary(s) in office and auditors.
ZCR provides an annual return preparation and filing service, which will ensure you keep your company legal and compliant. There are late filing penalties for a annual returns, and your company will be struck from the company register if it is not filed.
What’s included in our fee?
- File search and statutory report
- Companies registry fee
- Preparation and filing of the annual return form
File your annual return
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+263 786 580 543 | Tel : +263 (0242) 753 168
info@zimbabwecompaniesregistry.org
Please Note
Before updating your current annual return your, all statutory requirements need to be updated, including;
- All outstanding annual returns, and
- Share capital re-denomination.
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Full company secretary service
Annual Returns preparation and filing is FREE with our Full Company Secretary Service and three company changes per year.
US$149.99 per year
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an annual return?
An annual return is a Companies Registry filing requirement for all private limited companies. It verifies that all company information is accurate and up to date.
How often do I file an annual return?
An annual return must be filed at the Companies Registry at least once every 12 months. This service is renewable annually, ensuring you do not miss a filing date in the future.
When is the annual return due?
An annual return is due on the anniversary of the date of incorporation or the date you filed the last annual return.
Does non filing of annual returns attract penalties?
Yes, non filing of annual returns attracts a penalty of up to ZWL1000.00 per every year you do not file the return.
Can a company be struck off from the companies register if annual returns are not filed?
Yes, a company risks being struck off from the companies register if annual returns are not filed. It is assumed that a company that is not compliant is no longer trading.
How long does it take to finish the whole process?
It will take 9-12 working days.
What information is confirmed using an annual return?
An annual return is used to confirm the following information about a company
- The registered office address
- The address at which the register of members is kept
- The number of shares
- The number of shares taken up
- The number of shares of each class fully paid up
- Names and surnames of the directors auditors and secretaries
*Some information might not be applicable to every company.
Does a company that is not trading file an annual return?
Yes, every company whether trading or not is liable to file companies annual returns. The only way to avoid paying is by de-registering your company.
What information does ZCR need to file your annual return?
We would need your company name and company number so we can conduct a file search.
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