Zimbabwe tax guide
Planning reference for Zimbabwe using USD salary values.
This is not an official government calculation. Confirm final details with Zimbabwe Revenue Authority or a qualified tax professional.
Model coverage
A source-reviewed simplified salary model is available in the calculator.
Scope: Zimbabwe employee paid wholly in USD, under age 65, using the latest USD PAYE table published by ZIMRA and still applied in 2026. Includes the standard PAYE credit, 3% AIDS levy and employee NSSA pension contribution; medical, disability and elderly credits and ZiG remuneration are excluded.
Reference details
| Currency | USD |
|---|---|
| National tax label | PAYE |
| Personal allowance | Not modeled |
| Employee contributions | Employee NSSA Pension and Other Benefits Scheme contribution is 4.5% of monthly insurable earnings capped at USD 700. |
| Last source review | 2026-07-23 |
Modeled national brackets
| Band | Rate | Reference threshold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0% | Up to 1,200 USD |
| 2 | 20.0% | Up to 3,600 USD |
| 3 | 25.0% | Up to 12,000 USD |
| 4 | 30.0% | Up to 24,000 USD |
| 5 | 35.0% | Up to 36,000 USD |
| 6 | 40.0% | Top bracket and above |
Official source
Zimbabwe Revenue Authority: https://www.zimra.co.zw/domestic-taxes/tax-tables
Tax rules, thresholds, allowances, and contribution limits can change. Use the official source above to verify the current rules before making a financial decision.