Moving to Zimbabwe: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in Zimbabwe: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 4 residence programmes, days needed, climate, safety and economy — compared with 194 countries.
Taxes
In Zimbabwe the top income tax rate is 41.2%, dividends are taxed at up to 10% and companies pay 25.75% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
To become tax resident in Zimbabwe you need at least 183 days a year (Ordinarily resident / 183 days; tax largely source-based). The typical route is Investor/retired persons residence permit: Investor ≥USD 100k (temporary), USD 1m (PR) via ZIDA; retirees 45+ with foreign income There are 4 open residence programmes in Zimbabwe — see the list below.
Living there
Harare has a subtropical highland climate with winter highs around 21.5 °C and summer highs around 28.5 °C. The economy grew +6% in 2025; the IMF forecasts 4.6% for 2026. Its passport opens about 61 countries without a visa in advance. Security: No conflict exposure.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 41.2% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | 10% |
| Corporate tax | 25.75% |
| Résidence fiscale | après 183 jours — Ordinarily resident / 183 days; tax largely source-based |
| Voie de résidence typique | Investor/retired persons residence permit — Investor ≥USD 100k (temporary), USD 1m (PR) via ZIDA; retirees 45+ with foreign income |
| Passeport | sans visa ou visa à l'arrivée dans 61 pays |
| Economic growth | +6% (2025), forecast 4.6% (2026) |
| Type de climat | subtropical highland · 21.5° / 28.5° (Harare) |
| Guerre & conflits | none — No conflict exposure |
| Tous les risques naturels | 5.2/10 |
| Solidité bancaire | 1/10 · NR |
| Protection de la propriété | 1.5/10 |
| Logements chauds en hiver | 6/10 |
Residence programmes in Zimbabwe
- Investor Residence Permit — Investissement CHF 80'000 · open · 2026-10
- Non-Investor Residence Permit (own means) — independentMeans · open · 2026-10
- Temporary Employment Permit — employment · open · 2026-10
- Spouse / Dependant Residence Permit — family · open · 2026-10
Plan your residence route
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in Zimbabwe to become tax resident?
après 183 jours. Ordinarily resident / 183 days; tax largely source-based Foreign dividends of residents taxed
How much tax will I pay in Zimbabwe?
In Zimbabwe the top income tax rate is 41.2%, dividends are taxed at up to 10% and companies pay 25.75% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does Zimbabwe offer?
Investor Residence Permit (CHF 80'000); Non-Investor Residence Permit (own means); Temporary Employment Permit; Spouse / Dependant Residence Permit
What is the usual way to move to Zimbabwe?
Investor/retired persons residence permit. Investor ≥USD 100k (temporary), USD 1m (PR) via ZIDA; retirees 45+ with foreign income
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