
Since the launch of the biometric e-passport on December 14, 2021, the Civil Registry Department continues to issue e-passports at eight district and provincial registry offices. All valid machine-readable passports remain in use until expiry; however, Zimbabwean nationals should apply for an e-passport at their nearest district or express center to avoid any travel delays. This new service is in line with the government’s aims to create a more digitalized economy, enhance border security, and improve the process of acquiring travel documents for Zimbabweans.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
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