Apply for Zimbabwean documents from Germany
Zimbabweans living in Germany can handle Makombe and CVR paperwork online without travelling to the embassy in Berlin. Apply at any hour, upload one verification document, and follow your file from submission to delivery.
Online applications are open now. Zimbabweans in Germany can apply today for Makombe (Central Registry) and Central Vehicle Registry documents — no embassy visit and no travel to Zimbabwe required.
Most requested services from Germany
Zimbabwean ePassport
New passports and renewals for Zimbabweans living in Germany, applied for online with biometrics captured on your phone.
National ID (Plastic ID)
First-issue, replacement and duplicate national IDs without travelling back to Zimbabwe from Germany.
Birth, death & marriage certificates
Long-form birth certificates, death certificates, marriage and non-marriage certificates from the Central Registry (Makombe).
Driver's licence (CVR)
Plastic driver's licence issue, replacement and class conversions through the Central Vehicle Registry.
Vehicle registration & number plates
Vehicle registration, change of ownership and number plates handled on your behalf in Harare.
How it works
- 1. Apply online
Pick your service and complete the form in a few minutes.
- 2. Upload one document
Birth Certificate, National ID, Passport or Driver's Licence — dashboard or 24/7 Live Chat.
- 3. Capture biometrics
Fingerprint capture on your mobile phone or tablet.
- 4. Receive your document
Courier, embassy collection, or collection by a relative.
Getting your document in Germany
- Courier delivery to your home or work address in Germany
- Collection at the Zimbabwean embassy or consulate serving your area
- Collection in Zimbabwe by a relative you nominate
Fees are published on each service page. Payment amounts in EUR (€) and exact turnaround times for your case are confirmed by our team on Live Chat before you pay.
Serving Zimbabweans across Germany
The whole process is online, so it works wherever you are — including Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne and Stuttgart.
Questions from applicants in Germany
Can I apply for a Zimbabwean passport from Germany?
Yes. Zimbabweans in Germany can apply online through Central Registry Online. You complete the form, upload one verification document, capture biometrics on a mobile phone or tablet, and choose how you receive the document. No trip to Zimbabwe and no embassy queue.
Do I have to live in Berlin to use this service?
No. The whole process is online, so it works from anywhere in Germany.
What document do I need to upload?
One of the following: Birth Certificate, National ID, Passport or Driver's Licence. You can upload it on your dashboard after applying, or send it through our 24/7 Live Chat.
How will my document reach me in Germany?
You choose at application: courier to your address in Germany, collection at the Zimbabwean embassy or consulate serving your area, or collection in Zimbabwe by a relative you nominate.
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
Fees and turnaround depend on the service and the tier you pick (Standard, Urgent or Express). Current fees are shown on each service page, and our Live Chat team confirms the exact cost and timeline for your case before you pay.
How do I track my application?
Every application gets a reference number. Enter it on the Track page for a live timeline covering submission, payment, production, security check, customs and delivery.
Live Chat is open 24 hours a day — ask about eligibility, fees, delivery to Germany or how to send your documents.