ZRA TPIN Search
Verify a Taxpayer Identification Number with ZRA
A TPIN is the 10-digit number the Zambia Revenue Authority issues to every registered taxpayer. Use this search to confirm that a supplier, employer or client is genuinely registered, and to see which tax types they are registered for before you trade with them.
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Enter a 10-digit TPIN to verify registration details with the Zambia Revenue Authority.
Enter the 10-digit TPIN and click search to verify
ZRA TPIN search: common questions
A Taxpayer Identification Number (TPIN) is a unique 10-digit number issued by the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) to individuals and businesses for tax purposes. It is required for tax registration, business transactions, opening bank accounts, and dealing with government agencies.
Every individual or entity that earns income, conducts business, or engages in taxable activities in Zambia needs a TPIN. This includes employees, business owners, companies, NGOs, and anyone required to pay taxes or file returns with ZRA.
You can register for a TPIN online through the ZRA website at www.zra.org.zm, or by visiting any ZRA office with your National Registration Card (NRC) for individuals, or Certificate of Incorporation for companies. The process is free of charge.
Tax types indicate what taxes an entity is registered for with ZRA. Common types include: Income Tax (individual/corporate earnings), PAYE (Pay As You Earn - employee tax), VAT (Value Added Tax), WHT (Withholding Tax), and Turnover Tax (for small businesses).
An 'Active' status means the TPIN is currently valid and the taxpayer is registered with ZRA. 'Deregistered' means the TPIN has been cancelled, either at the taxpayer's request, due to business closure, or by ZRA for non-compliance.
Yes, the ZRA TPIN search is a public verification tool. Anyone can verify a TPIN to confirm a business or individual's tax registration status. This is commonly used when verifying suppliers, contractors, or business partners.
If a TPIN search returns no results, it may mean the number is incorrect, the TPIN was never registered, or it has been deregistered. Double-check the number and try again. If issues persist, contact ZRA directly for assistance.
Registered a business recently? You may also need to estimate your Workers' Compensation assessment or check the current PAYE tax bands.
This tool queries the public ZRA taxpayer search. The information displayed is sourced directly from ZRA records. For official verification or certificates, please contact ZRA directly.