ZIMSEC Publishes Fees For Exam Certificate Replacements
The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council has officially confirmed the cost for applicants needing to replace their lost or damaged Ordinary and Advanced Level certificates. The fees are a mandatory charge for processing new documents. This announcement provides long-awaited clarity for former students across the nation and in the diaspora who require certified proof of their qualifications for employment or further studies.
The Official Cost Of Replacement
According to the detailed statement from the Zimbabwe School Examination Council – Zimsec Public Relations, the fees are set in US dollars. For those seeking an Ordinary Level certificate replacement, the cost is US$85 per certificate. The price for an Advanced Level certificate is slightly higher, set at US$95 per certificate.
A significant point for many applicants is the separate search fee. The council stated that a US$10 search fee is payable if the candidate does not have their original candidate or centre number.
The Zimsec public relations office confirmed the process, stating:
“Applications are made through the website or at your nearest Zimsec office.”
The council directed all applicants to their official website, www.Zimsec.co.zw, for the application portal and further instructions. They also provided contact numbers, 0242 304551-2, for those needing to make enquiries.
A Necessary Step For Many
The confirmation of these fees ends speculation and provides a clear path for individuals who have lost their crucial educational documents. Certificates from O and A Level examinations are often required for visa applications, university admissions abroad, and formal employment processes. The replacement service is essential for those who may have misplaced their certificates during relocations or due to unforeseen circumstances such as fire or water damage.
A representative from the council’s public relations department explained the procedure, saying:
“Applications are made through the website or at your nearest Zimsec office.”
This clarity is expected to streamline the application process for thousands.
Step-By-Step Guide To Apply For A Replacement Certificate
Zimsec has outlined the process for obtaining a new certificate. Applicants should prepare the following:
1. Confirm your details
- Have your original candidate number and centre number ready.
- If you do not have these, prepare to pay the US$10 search fee.
2. Choose how to apply
- Option 1: Visit www.zimsec.co.zw and complete the online application form.
- Option 2: Go in person to the nearest Zimsec regional office.
3. Pay the fee
- O-Level replacement: US$85
- A-Level replacement: US$95
- Optional search fee (if required): US$10
- Payments should be made using official Zimsec channels as instructed during the process.
4. Provide identification
- Carry a valid form of identification (National ID, Passport, or Driver’s Licence).
- Applicants outside Zimbabwe may also need certified copies of IDs.
5. Submit your application
- Online applicants should upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Walk-in applicants should hand in forms and pay directly at the office.
6. Keep a record
- Save the application reference number or receipt for tracking purposes.
7. Wait for processing
- Zimsec has not published specific processing timelines. Applicants are advised to follow up using the official contact numbers: 0242 304551-2.
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