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Work Permits

Zimbabwe Work Permit Changes 2026: Shorter Validity Periods Introduced

Work permits are now being issued for 9 months instead of 12. This practical shift — not yet formalised in law — requires immediate action from employers and HR teams managing foreign national workforces in Zimbabwe.

8 April 2026 7 min read
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Travel & Visas

Zimbabwe Visa Changes 2026: What Travellers Need to Know

Zimbabwe has abolished the 3-day grace period and introduced an immediate USD $100 overstay fine as of 1 April 2026. Visa extensions are now harder to obtain. Here is what every traveller needs to know before booking.

1 April 2026 6 min read
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Work Permits

The Complete Zimbabwe Work Permit Guide 2026

A step-by-step breakdown of the Zimbabwe Class B Work Permit application process — documents required, common mistakes, timelines, and what employers need to prepare. Updated for 2026 ePermits requirements.

March 2026 10 min read
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Policy & Law

Reserved Sectors in Zimbabwe: What S.I. 215 of 2025 Means for Foreign Investors

Statutory Instrument 215 of 2025 reserves specific business sectors exclusively for Zimbabwean citizens. Before you invest, find out which sectors are affected and what approval you need to operate legally.

March 2026 8 min read
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Travel & Visas

Your Rights at Zimbabwe's Ports of Entry: What Immigration Officers Can and Cannot Do

Many travellers do not know their legal rights when entering Zimbabwe. This article explains exactly what immigration officials are permitted to do at the border — and where the law protects you.

March 2026 7 min read
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Policy & Law

The End of the PRN: Why Zimbabwe's Most Useful Immigration Tool Was Quietly Retired

The Provisional Restrictive Notice once protected permit holders from falling out of status during renewals. Its abolition in 2026 changes everything about how immigration timing must be managed in Zimbabwe.

March 2026 9 min read
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Policy & Law

Zimbabwe Immigration 2.0: How the Country Is Rewriting the Rules

Zimbabwe's immigration system is undergoing its most significant transformation in years — stricter enforcement, digital-first applications, and reduced administrative flexibility. Here is the big picture of what has changed and why it matters.

February 2026 8 min read
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