The Zimbabwe Republic Police starts the yellow local clearance form

Paperwork just got lighter as local background checks ditch the international detour and turn yellow for domestic use.

New local clearance rollout

• The Zimbabwe Republic Police started issuing a home-use certificate.
• Targets companies and groups inside the country.
• Designed to cut queues and friction.
• Marked by a yellow form.

How the new form works

• Paul Nyathi outlined matching procedures with the international version.
• Uses the same application flow.
• Withholds vetted fingerprints from applicants.
• Limits validity to Zimbabwe only.

Fees and turnaround stay put

• Standard processing costs five dollars.
• Delivers within seven days.
• Rush handling costs ten dollars.
• Clears in three days.

Where to get help

• Visit the nearest police station.
• Staff guide the right certificate choice.
• Clarify steps before applying.
• Keep documents aligned to the purpose.