Fees for Replacing a Lost National ID in Zimbabwe (2024)

When replacing a lost or damaged national ID in Zimbabwe, applicants must pay both a search fee and a replacement fee at the Registrar-General's office. These fees are payable strictly in US dollars (USD) — ZiG or RTGS equivalents may also be quoted but USD is the required tender under current regulations. **Search Fee** Under Statutory Instrument (SI) 8 of 2024, titled the Citizenship (Amendment) Regulations, 2024 (No. 23), the fee for searching a set of records is US$10 per set, payable strictly in USD. An earlier fee schedule announced in January 2024 had listed the search fee at US$2 per year of records, so there has been an upward revision during 2024. **Replacement Fee** The replacement fee for a lost or torn national ID document was set at: - US$5 for standard service - US$10 for urgent service These figures were published in January 2024 and may be subject to further revision under SI 8 of 2024 or subsequent statutory instruments. Always confirm the latest schedule before attending. **Initial Registration Fees (for reference)** - Persons aged 16–18: Free - Persons aged 18 and above: US$2 **Where to Apply** Applications for ID replacement are processed through the Registrar-General's offices, with the central registry located at: Central Registry for Passports, Citizenship, Births, Deaths and Marriages, Private Bag 7734, Causeway, Harare. District offices around the country also handle applications. **Tips for Diaspora Members Arranging Replacement from the UK** - You can authorise a trusted family member or representative in Zimbabwe to apply on your behalf by providing a certified copy of your existing ID number and any supporting documentation. - Ensure your representative carries sufficient USD cash, as card payments are not always accepted at government offices. - If urgency is required (for example, to access a bank account or complete a property transaction), opt for the urgent service and factor in the higher search fee. - Fee structures in Zimbabwe can change frequently via statutory instrument, so always verify the current fees with the Registrar-General's office or a reliable local contact before making the trip. **Important Note** Fee schedules in Zimbabwe are subject to change without significant advance notice. The figures above are based on announcements made in 2024 and should be treated as a guide rather than a guarantee of current pricing.