Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.
Zimbabweans abroad request a police clearance from the Criminal Investigation Department in Harare using Form 137, fingerprints taken at a local police station, and payment by bank transfer. The application is posted to Harare, not lodged at the embassy.
Where to apply in Australia
Applied for by post to Zimbabwe Republic Police CID, Harare; the Canberra embassy page publishes the instructions.
Consular hours Tuesday and Thursday 9:00-17:00; fingerprinting and forms Tuesday and Thursday 9:00-12:00 and 14:00-16:00. Contact zimcanberraconsular@gmail.com.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Zimbabwe.
How to apply
Complete Form 137 | have fingerprints taken at an Australian or NZ police station | pay by electronic transfer | post the form, fingerprints and receipt to the Officer Commanding CID, Harare
Documents you need
- Police Clearance Form 137
- Fingerprints
- Copy of telegraphic transfer receipt
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: US$75.00 by bank transfer
Processing time: Not published.
Good to know
Embassy page last modified 14 September 2023 (site footer shows copyright 2025), so details may be out of date.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Zimbabwe's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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