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Central Vehicle Registry

Vision

To become the first-choice public institution in the provision of vehicle registration and driver’s licence documents, data and information.

Mission

Provide and manage vehicle registration and driver’s licence documents and services

Core Values
  • Integrity
  • Commitment
  • Accountability
  • Teamwork
  • Empathy
  • Responciveness

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Core Functions.

CVR Online Services

Motorists can schedule biometric capturing and check card production status via the CVR Booking Portal or verify licence status on the CVR Track Driver's Licence.

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SADC Licence.
  • The driver’s biometric data is captured after they pass a road test at the Vehicle Inspectorate department and is accessed at Central Vehicle Registry through integrated software for licence card production.
  • The drivers licence card is printed and goes through quality control at the CENTRAL VEHICLE REGISTRY before dispatching to the holder with their relevant code(s) assigned.
SADC 13 Driving Licence Codes

Vehicle Registration

Vehicle registration is the mandatory legal process of recording a motor vehicle or trailer with the Central Vehicle Registry (CVR) to establish legal ownership and authorize its use on Zimbabwean roads. Upon verifying customs clearance, police inspection, and owner identification, the CVR issues an official Vehicle Registration Book and security number plates tied to that specific vehicle.

First time Vehicle Registration

Register newly imported or locally assembled vehicles with ZIMRA and ZRP clearances to obtain a registration book and number plates.

Requirements:
  • Complete a CVR application form .
  • A police clearance form from VTS.
  • Equipment number from Zimra and receipt for duty.
  • Copy of identity document / Cr14 for companies .
  • Proof of residence.
Re-registration of de-registered Vehicles

Restore previously scrapped, recovered, or de-registered vehicles to active road status using fresh VTS police clearance and a VID roadworthiness certificate. The vehicle should be registered in the CVR database prior to de-registration.

Requirements:
  • Complete a CVR4 application form.
  • A Police Clearance form from VTS.
  • A valid certificate of road worthiness from VID.
  • Applicant should approach ZIMRA if the vehicle has not changed ownership for payment of VAT before re-registration.
  • Acceptable proof of residence must be submitted.
  • Insurance cover note.
Replacement or change of Plates.

Replace lost, stolen, or damaged front, rear, or windscreen third plates using your original registration book and a ZRP police report.

Requirements:
  1. Complete application form (CVR4).
  2. Registration book copy with applicant’s  full names and address.
  3. A set of the vehicle’s current registration number plates.
  4. Photocopy of a national identity card or valid Zimbabwe passport, attached to the application.
  5. Current (i.e. up to three months old) genuine proof of residence.
  6. Processing fees Paid on submission (US$85 per motor vehicle; US$80 per trailer)
Third Number Plate Application
  • Should the need arise, an application for the third number plate can be done upon submission of the following requirements:
Requirements:
  • Complete CVR4 form.
  • Photostat copy of registration book.
  • Acceptable police report to the effect that the original got damaged, disfigured or accidentally tempered with under clear circumstances beyond the control of vehicle’s registered owner. A fee of US$35 or equivalent shall be paid upon admission.
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ZIMRA Harare

Approach any of the selected Zimra offices or any of the 33 Zimpost outlets throughout the Country.

ZIMRA Gweru

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Vehicle Change of Ownership

Legal Standpoint on Change of Vehicle Ownership

Under Sections 13 and 14 of the Vehicle Registration and Licensing Act [Chapter 13:14], transferring vehicle ownership within 14 days of sale or acquisition is a mandatory legal requirement. Operating or leaving a sold vehicle registered under a previous owner’s name beyond this 14-day window is a criminal offence that attracts fines, imprisonment of up to three months.

Official 3-Step Transfer.
Requirements

  1. Surrender the vehicle’s original registration book clearly bearing the seller’s most recent previous registered owner’s name and known address.

  2. Surrender present registration number plates for the vehicle that is changing ownership if the applicant does not want to maintain the existing plates.

  3. Submit a duly completed CVR 4 form clearly showing a recent police clearance within 14 days.

  4.  Produce a positive identification in the form of national identification card. A valid Zimbabwe driver’s licence, or a valid passport/Resident permit. Also produce photocopy of same as part of the supporting documents.

  5. Submit genuine documentary evidence showing that VAT has been paid to ZIMRA, i.e. ZIMRA’s VAT certificate and original receipt.

  6.  Produce and submit change of ownership insurance cover note.

  7. Submit proof of residence (e.g. in the form of local authority water bill, ZESA Electricity bill or bank account statement or a credit sale statement in the name of the applicant.

  8. Pay the commensurate fee due upon submission of one’s application i.e. USS95 (with new plates) or USS15 (retaining plates) all equivalent at bank rate of the day.