Zimbabwe
Make employment in Zimbabwe easy. Let us handle payroll, benefits, taxes, compliance, and even stock options for your team in Zimbabwe, all in one easy-to-use platform.
- Capital City
Harare
- Currency
Zimbabwean gold (ZiG, ZiG)
- Languages
Shona, Ndebele, and English
- Population size
16,665,409
Facts & Stats
- Capital City
Harare
- Currency
Zimbabwean gold (ZiG, ZiG)
- Languages
Shona, Ndebele, and English
- Population size
16,665,409
- Ease of doing business
Medium
- Cost of living index
36.8 (2024)
- Payroll frequency
Monthly
- VAT - standard rate
15%
- GDP - real growth rate
5.8% (2024)
Known primarily for its diverse natural landscapes and rich biodiversity, the Republic of Zimbabwe is a presidential republic with democratic elections.
Its strategic location in southern Africa provides businesses with opportunities to tap into regional markets, with Zimbabwe itself home to a well-educated and skilled workforce.
In recent years, the country has undergone numerous economic reforms and, as part of this effort, the government has introduced several investment-friendly initiatives aimed at streamlining bureaucratic processes and promoting foreign investment. As a result, Zimbabwe is an ideal location for organizations looking to expand and hire in the region.
Grow your team in Zimbabwe with Remote
Want to employ workers in Zimbabwe? Companies hiring in Zimbabwe are typically required to either own a local legal entity or work with a global employment platform like Remote that can legally provide employment services in the country.
Remote can employ team members in Zimbabwe and keep you compliant. Remote can hire, onboard, and pay your Zimbabwe team so you don't have to set up local HR services in the region. Remote also makes it easy to pay contractors in Zimbabwe. now to get started or talk to an expert for more details.
Risks of misclassification
Zimbabwe, like many other countries, treats self-employed individuals or contractors and full-time employees differently. Misclassification of contractors in Zimbabwe may lead to fines and penalties for the offending company.
Employing in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s employment laws and regulations are laid out in the country’s Labour Act of 1985. The most recent amendment was passed in 2016.
Working hours in the commercial sector may not exceed 45 hours per week, and 9 hours per day. There is no minimum prescribed amount of working hours.
Minimum wage
There is currently no minimum wage in Zimbabwe as they vary across sectors. The minimum wage is set per industry and job type and ranges from 295 USD - 543 USD per month.
The commercial sector has recently updated its minimum wage to 3540 USD - 6516 USD per year.
Onboarding time
We can help you get a new employee started in Zimbabwe fast. The minimum onboarding time we need is only 10 working days.
Our team ensures your employees are onboarded and paid as quickly as possible while keeping your business compliant with all local employment legislation. The minimum onboarding time begins after the employee submits all required information onto the Remote platform.
14 Public holidays
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Competitive benefits package in Zimbabwe
At Remote, we’re passionate about helping you craft the best possible employee experience for your team. We are leading the way in developing globally competitive benefits programs. This means making sure employees everywhere have access to both the required and supplemental benefits they need to thrive, and that your company has the localized expertise needed to attract and keep the best global talent.
Our benefits packages in Zimbabwe are tailored to fulfill the local needs of employees. Typically, our packages contain some or all of the following benefits:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental health support
Pension or 401(K)
Life and Disability Insurance
Transparent Pricing in Zimbabwe
Employer of Record
$599
paid annually, or $699/month paid monthly
Top features
Hire without opening a local entity
Guided onboarding
Local payroll paid on time, every time
Built-in security and compliance
Flexible, localized benefits
Offer equity incentives with tax assistance
Dedicated experts for local support
Contractor Management
$29
per contractor/month
Top features
Only pay for contractors you actively work with
Work with international contractors
Create, edit, and sign tailored, localized contracts
Approve contractor invoices with one click or auto-pay
Transparent payments with complete visibility
Payroll
$29
per employee/month
Top features
Powerful, transparent international payroll
Simple self-service platform
Personalized support from dedicated specialists
Adhere to local payroll regulations in every country
Integrated payroll, expense management, and HRIS solution
HRIS
$18
per employee/month
Top features
Guided onboarding and offboarding
Employee profile and document management
Contract templates and e-signing
Time off and time tracking
Expense management
Employee and manager self-serve experience
Mobile app