Zimbabwean exporters may be registered under various trade protocols in order to enjoy preferential rates of duty when their products enter another Member State. Goods exported under a Regional Trade Agreement (RTA) or Free Trade Area (FTA) may be accorded preferential treatment on entry into another country. Preferential treatment means, products will enjoy lower or total waiver of duties, while non-member states pay higher customs duties. The rates that are paid by World Trade Organisation (WTO) members outside a FTA are in terms of the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) clause of WTO. Zimbabwean companies may derive benefits from trading under the RTA or FTA.
Zimbabwe is party to the following Trade Agreements:
Zimbabwe is party to the following Trade Agreements:
Exporters intending to export under these trade agreements should apply to the Commissioner Customs & Excise through their nearest Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) offices.
The following goods may qualify for preferential treatment:
A Certificate of Origin certified by ZIMRA-Customs & Excise will be submitted to the Customs of importing country on importation of Zimbabwe originating goods.
For exports to the EU, a Zimbabwean company will not need to have certification as registration with ZIMRA under the Registered Exporter System (REX) will suffice.
OR Physically submit