In short: The CR6 form in Zimbabwe is the notice of your company’s registered office address, filed with the Registrar of Companies under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act (Chapter 24:31). It records the physical Zimbabwean address where legal documents and ZIMRA correspondence are served. We prepare and file your CR6 for you — flat $150, all government fees included.
What Is the CR6 Form?
The CR6 form is the statutory notice that tells the Registrar of Companies where a Zimbabwean company’s registered office is located. It is prescribed under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act [Chapter 24:31] as the notice of situation of registered office. Every company registered in Zimbabwe must have a registered office, and its address must be on record with the Registrar of Companies at all times.
The registered office is the company’s official address for legal and administrative purposes. It is where government notices, court documents, and correspondence from ZIMRA are delivered. You do not need to fill in or lodge the CR6 yourself — Zimbabwe company registration is fully electronic and we handle the filing for you as part of your incorporation.
Key Facts (2026)
- The CR6 is the Notice of Situation of Registered Office under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act [Chapter 24:31].
- It is filed with the Registrar of Companies at incorporation, alongside the CR14 (directors and secretary) and the CR2 (certificate of incorporation).
- A change of registered office must be notified on a new CR6 within 14 days of the move.
- The registered office must be a physical address inside Zimbabwe — a PO Box alone is not accepted.
- Statutory registers and accounting records (kept for at least 6 years) must be held at or near the registered office for inspection.
- The registered office is the address where ZIMRA notices and court documents are validly served.
What Is the CR6 Form Used For?
The CR6 is used to put your company’s registered office address on the public record and to update it whenever you move. Without a valid CR6 on file, the Registrar of Companies has no official address at which to serve documents on your company. The address you give on the CR6 becomes the legal point of contact for the business.
CR6 Form Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Name | CR6 — Notice of Situation of Registered Office |
| Filed With | Registrar of Companies |
| Initial Filing | Submitted with your registration pack — included in our $150 fee, all government fees covered |
| Change of Address | New CR6 must be filed within 14 days — we handle it for you |
| Address Type | Physical address only (PO Box may be added as postal address) |
| Filed Alongside | CR14 (directors), CR2 (certificate), Memorandum & Articles of Association |
What the Registered Office Must Be
- A physical address in Zimbabwe — a PO Box alone is not sufficient
- Accessible during business hours — the address must be a place where documents can be physically delivered
- Within Zimbabwe — you cannot have a registered office outside the country
The registered office does not need to be the company’s trading address. Many companies use their accountant’s, lawyer’s, or registration agent’s office as the registered address, especially if the business operates from multiple locations or from home.
How the CR6 Is Completed
You do not complete the CR6 yourself — we prepare it for you from the details you give us. For reference, the form captures the following:
Section 1: Company Details
The company name (exactly as per the name search (CR21) approval or Certificate of Incorporation) and the registration number (blank for initial registration).
Section 2: Registered Office Address
The full physical address:
- Building name or number
- Street name
- Suburb or area
- City or town
- Province
A postal address (PO Box) may also be included in addition to the physical address.
Section 3: Date of Effect
For initial registration, this is the date of incorporation. For a change of address, this is the date the company moved to the new address.
Section 4: Declaration
A director or the company secretary signs the form, confirming the information is accurate. When we file on your behalf, we coordinate this signature with you electronically.
Changing Your Registered Office Address
To change your registered office, file a new CR6 within 14 days of the move. The steps are:
- Pass a board resolution approving the change of registered office
- Complete a new CR6 form with the new address
- File it with the Registrar of Companies — we handle this for you, all government fees included
- Update your letterheads, invoices, and business cards with the new address
What Must Be Kept at the Registered Office
Under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act (Chapter 24:31), the following statutory registers must be kept at (or near) the registered office and made available for inspection:
- Register of Members (shareholders)
- Register of Directors and Secretary
- Register of Charges (mortgages and security interests)
- Minute books (board meetings and general meetings)
- Copies of annual returns
- Accounting records (must be kept for at least 6 years)
Registered Office vs Business Address
It is important to understand the distinction:
| Feature | Registered Office | Business/Trading Address |
|---|---|---|
| Filed with Registrar | Yes (CR6) | No |
| Legal documents served here | Yes | No (unless also registered office) |
| Must be in Zimbabwe | Yes | Can be anywhere |
| Statutory registers kept here | Yes | No |
| Public record | Yes | Not necessarily |
Related Forms & Guides
- Company Registration in Zimbabwe — the full process
- Name Search (CR21) — reserve your company name
- CR14 Form — notice of directors and secretary
- Certificate of Incorporation (CR2) — your proof of registration
We File Your CR6 — Flat $150
Register your company online and we prepare and file your CR6, CR14, and CR2 for you — $150 for a Private Limited Company or PBC, all government fees included. Need a registered office address in Harare? We provide that too. We handle the filing; you get your certificate.
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What is a CR6 form in Zimbabwe?
The CR6 form is the official notice of the situation of a company’s registered office address in Zimbabwe. It is filed with the Registrar of Companies under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act (Chapter 24:31) at initial registration and again whenever the registered office address changes.
What is the CR6 form used for?
The CR6 records the physical address where official documents are served on the company — government notices, court papers, and ZIMRA correspondence. It tells the Registrar of Companies and the public exactly where the company can be contacted and where its statutory registers are kept.
Can I use a PO Box as my company registered address on the CR6?
No. The registered office on the CR6 must be a physical address in Zimbabwe where documents can be served. A PO Box alone is not sufficient, but you may add a PO Box as a postal address in addition to the physical address.
How do I change my company registered office address in Zimbabwe?
Pass a board resolution approving the change, complete a new CR6 form with the updated address, and file it with the Registrar of Companies within 14 days of the move. We prepare and file the change of address CR6 for you, with all government fees included.
What happens at the registered office?
The registered office is where official correspondence from government agencies, courts, and ZIMRA is delivered. Statutory registers (register of members, directors, charges) must also be kept at or near the registered office and available for inspection.
Do I file the CR6 myself or do you handle it?
We handle the filing for you. Zimbabwe company registration is fully electronic, and we prepare and lodge the CR6 together with the CR14 and CR2 as part of your incorporation — a flat $150 for a Private Limited Company or PBC, all government fees included. Diaspora applicants who have no Zimbabwean national ID cannot self-file, so we file on their behalf.
How much does it cost to file a CR6?
The CR6 is included free when we register your company — $150 flat for a Private Limited Company or PBC, all government fees included. For an existing company, a standalone CR6 change of registered office address is handled as part of our company secretarial service.