A Taxpayer Identification Number (TPIN) is a unique computer-generated number allocated to a taxpayer by the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) under any of the following entities:
- Limited company
- Partnership
- Sole trader/proprietor
- Other
Follow these comprehensive steps for your Tax Payer Identification Number (TPIN) online at Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA).
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Who is Eligible to Register for TPIN Number
The following agencies are eligible to register and acquire a Tax Payer Identification Number (TPIN) online at the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA).
- Companies or Partnership Businesses
- Individuals
- Non-Governmental Organizations, Clubs, Associations, Missionary bodies & other similar organizations registered with the Registrar of Societies
- Entities
Zambia Revenue Authority TPIN Registration and Application Procedures
Application is done through a ZRA-prescribed form which can be obtained from the ZRA Portal, Client Services Centres, or the nearest ZRA office. When duly completed, the form is then submitted to ZRA with the following copies of documents:
A limited company registered under the Companies Act
Required documents:
- Certificate of incorporation
- Certificate of share capital
- Articles of Association
Foreign companies registered under the Companies Act
Required documents:
- Certificate of registration copy
Partnership Firm registered under the Business Names Act
Required documents:
- Certificate of Registration
- Statement of Particulars-approved by the Registrar
- Completed form TPIN 2
Individuals (without registration under any Act)
Required documents:
- National Registration Card (NRC) copy
Firms registered under the Co-operative Societies Act
Required documents:
- Certificate of registration copy
NGO, Club, Association, Ministry body, etc
Required documents:
- Certificate of Registration or Certificate of Exemption from Registrar of Societies copy
GRZ Ministries/institutions, foreign Governments, and agency
Required documents:
- Documentary evidence to show legal existence in Zambia
How to Apply for Zambia Revenue Authority TPIN Number Online
Follow these comprehensive steps to apply for a ZRA TPIN number online.
- Go to the ZRA Website
- Select Login
- Tap on Register
- Enter Capture
- Select the registration type and complete the application (g. Individual Resident, Individual Non-resident, Company resident, Company Non-resident, Partnership)
- Attach IDs and sketch map
- Enter a one-time password sent to your phone or email and verify
How to Register for a TPIN Number using Taxonphone
You do not have to worry if you don’t have a Tax Payer Identification Number (TPIN). Follow the easy steps.
- Dial *858# on any mobile network
- Pick option registration 2 TPIN
- Pick option 1 Individual (Zambian)
- Enter your Registration Number without slashes
Follow the guide and enter the details you complete (contact number, email address, and residential address)
- Submit and you will be registered for TPIN
How to Update Tax Payer Identification Number (TPIN)
Following a directive from the Bank of Zambia, all customers making cross-border payments will need a TPIN Number.
To update your TPIN, simply follow the easy steps below:
- Visit Zanaco Website
- Tap on “Personal Banking“
- Tap Self-Service Portal
- Enter your Account Number and NRC in the respective fields
- Tap “Generate OTP“
- A one-time password will be sent to your Zanaco registered mobile number
- Enter the OTP
- Select launch under “TPIN registration” option
- Enter TPIN in TPIN field
- Tap “Choose File” under the “TPIN Certificate” field to upload your TPIN certificate
- Tap “Submit“
How to Search for Zambia Revenue Authority TPIN Number
Here’s a quick way to search for your ZRA TPIN number. Search for Taxpayers using a TPIN, NRC, BRN or Name.
- Access the ZRA TAX Online Portal
- Search for a specific taxpayer using the filters provided
- TPIN
- Taxpayer Name
- NRC
- BRN
To retrieve your ZRA TPIN number, login the Zambia Revenue Authority Tax online portal with your credentials to get your TPIN number.
