How to get a zimsec certificate replacement after losing the original
Many people lose their certificates to accidents and misplacements and wonder how to get a zimsec certificate replacement after losing the original. Here is what to know about ZIMSEC O-level and A-level certificate replacement.
It is important to know the following about zimsec certificates. No original duplicate certificate is issued once one loses the original certificate. A person can only be issued with a certifying statement of results. To get a certifying statement of results, one has to get an application form below, or on the ZIMSEC website as well as at any ZIMSEC offices. These should be completed and submitted with the accompanying stipulated fees. Communication will be sent to the applicant's forwarding address when the document is ready for collection.
Note the following important points about ZIMSEC certificates
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Certificates are issued for subjects in which candidates achieve a grade of E or better.
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ZIMSEC cannot combine grades obtained from various sittings into a single certificate.
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Candidates are advised to laminate certificates for protection against natural elements such as weather and against fraud.
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When a certificate is lost, ZIMSEC does not issue a duplicate certificate but can provide a certifying statement of results for a fee.
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A prospective employer or tertiary institution can request for a confirmation of results for a specific person from ZIMSEC.
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Certifying statements and confirmation letters do not accommodate any subsequent name changes by individuals.
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Certificates tampered with, such as those altered by pen or computer, are nullified by ZIMSEC without replacement.
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A certificate is issued to a candidate for each examination sitting, ZIMSEC does not amalgamate certificates, i.e. combine certificate results from two or more different settings,
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Any alteration of a certificate renders it invalid,
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The ZIMSEC certificate is issued once, so keep it safe. Replacement is in the form of a certifying statement of results which is given after a fee has been paid, The certificate remains the property of the Council.
Statement of certification forms
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