Suspension of duty on public service buses imported by approved importers: SI 138 of 2022

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) defines an “approved importer” as a public bus operator registered in accordance with Part III of the Road Motor Transportation Act [Chapter 13:15].

This designation allows importers to bring in new public service buses classified under commodity codes 8702.10.11 and 8702.90.11, either directly or from bonded warehouses.

Key Conditions to Qualify:

• A maximum of 20 public service buses may be imported within any 12-month period, starting July 1, 2022

• The importer must be officially registered under the Road Motor Transportation Act

• A written authority from the Secretary for Transport and Infrastructural Development must be submitted, detailing the make, model, engine, and chassis number

• The importer must meet all relevant tax compliance conditions, including:

  • Valid tax clearance certificate

  • Proof of income tax payment for the prior fiscal year

  • Certification by the Commissioner administering the Income Tax Act (Chapter 23:06)

At OyOsCloud, we assist approved importers by providing access to registered clearing agents, digital onboarding, and document guidance via WhatsApp on 0771 111 333. If your transport business is VAT registered, our ZIMRA Fiscalization Package—at just $20/month—can help you manage tax reporting seamlessly.

Whether you're scaling your fleet or upgrading services, OyOsCloud ensures you're equipped for compliance, tax filing, and documentation — all from one easy-to-use platform.

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