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Tunisian Passport

The citizens of Tunisia can visit 37 countries without a visa.

Tunisian passport holders also have access to get 42 e-visas or 17 visas on arrival .

Tunisia has a population of 11.8M people and the capital is Tunis 🇹🇳.

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Nearby countries.

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Tunisian passport holders are Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Niger, Mali and Mauritania .

Visa free countries

So, where can Tunisians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Tunisia citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

• 🇩🇿 Algeria (90 days)
• 🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
• 🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea (30 days)
• 🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
• 🇬🇳 Guinea (90 days)
• 🇱🇾 Libya (N/A)
• 🇲🇱 Mali (N/A)
• 🇲🇷 Mauritania (N/A)
• 🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
• 🇲🇦 Morocco (90 days)
• 🇳🇪 Niger (3 months)
• 🇸🇳 Senegal (90 days)
• 🇿🇦 South Africa (90 days)
• 🇧🇧 Barbados (6 months)
• 🇧🇿 Belize (N/A)
• 🇧🇷 Brazil (90 days)
• 🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
• 🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
• 🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
• 🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 month)
• 🇸🇷 Suriname (90 days)
• 🇻🇬 British Virgin Islands (N/A)
• 🇫🇯 Fiji (4 months)
• 🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
• 🇼🇸 Samoa (90 days)
• 🇻🇺 Vanuatu (30 days)
• 🇨🇰 Cook Islands (31 days)
• 🇳🇺 Niue (30 days)
• 🇵🇳 Pitcairn Islands (14 days visa free and landing fee 35 USD or tax of 5 USD if not going ashore.)
• 🇮🇷 Iran (15 days)
• 🇯🇵 Japan (90 days)
• 🇯🇴 Jordan (3 months)
• 🇲🇾 Malaysia (90 days)
• 🇴🇲 Oman (14 days)
• 🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
• 🇹🇷 Turkey (90 days)
• 🇭🇰 Hong Kong (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia and was last updated on 4/1/2024.

• Malta visa free countries
• Algeria visa free countries
• Vatican City visa free countries

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Valid passport, identity card for organized trips (with hotel reservation).

Travel Statement : Updated  1st December 2022

Following the improvement in Tunisia of the indicators related to Covid-19 and considering the static situation of the pandemic on a national and international level, the Tunisian Ministry of Public Health has made the following statement:

- The removal of all Covid -19 requirements such as presenting a negative PCR test, Rapid test or a vaccine certificate for all passengers entering the Tunisian territory

- Wearing a face mask will remain mandatory when showing symptoms of infection.

- Ventilation of enclosed spaces will remain implemented.

- The vaccination campaign will continue aiming at the elderly and those suffering from chronic diseases.

This sanitary protocol will keep being updated accordingly with the evolvement of the epidemiological situation.

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Visa Requirements for Tunisian Citizens

Visa information for passport holders of tunisia, visa not required.

32 destinations allow visa-free entry to Tunisian citizens.

• Algeria Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Barbados Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 6 months
• Belize Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free
• Benin Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Brazil Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days Remarks updated a month ago .
• Dominica Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 21 days
• Ecuador Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Equatorial Guinea Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 30 days
• Fiji Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 4 months
• Gambia Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free An entry clearance must be obtained from the Gambian Immigration prior to travel.
• Guinea Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Haiti Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 3 months
• Iran Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 15 days Requirement updated 2 months ago .
• Japan Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Jordan Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 3 months
• Libya Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free
• Malaysia Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Mali Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free
• Mauritania Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free
• Mauritius Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Micronesia Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 30 days
• Morocco Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Niger Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 3 months
• Oman Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 14 days
• Philippines Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 30 days
• Samoa Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Senegal Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• South Africa Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days
• Suriname Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago . An entrance fee of 25 USD or 25 Euros must be paid online prior to arrival. Multiple entry e-Visa is also available.
• Türkiye Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago . A total of 90 days is granted within 180 days.
• Vanuatu Permalink Show on Map Visa-Free 30 days

Visa On Arrival

A visa can be obtained upon arrival at 15 destinations for passport holders of Tunisia .

• Bangladesh Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Burundi Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 1 month
• Cape Verde Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival
• Comoros Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 45 days
• Ghana Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Guinea-Bissau Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 90 days
• Lebanon Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days Remarks updated a month ago . Visa on arrival at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry only if they are holding a copy of a reservation in a 3 to 5 star hotel or private residential address with telephone number in the Republic of Lebanon, at least 2,000 USD in cash, a non-refundable return or circle trip ticket, and there are no Israeli stamps, visas, or seals on their passport.
• Madagascar Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 60 days Requirement updated 2 months ago .
• Maldives Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Namibia Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 90 days
• Nicaragua Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 90 days
• Palau Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Somalia Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days Available at Bosaso Airport, Galcaio Airport and Mogadishu Airport.
• Timor-Leste Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Tuvalu Permalink Show on Map Visa On Arrival 1 month

Tunisian passport allows entry to 31 destinations with an eVisa obtained prior to arrival.

• Albania Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated a month ago . Visa not required for holders of a multiple entry visa issued by the United Kingdom, if having used the visa to enter the United Kingdom at least once, for a maximum stay of 90 days. Visa not required for holders of a multiple entry C visa issued by a Schengen Member State, if having used the visa to enter the Schengen Area at least once, for a maximum stay of 90 days. Visa not required for holders of a multiple entry D visa issued by a Schengen Member State, if having used the visa to enter the Schengen Area at least once, for a stay of more than 90 days within 180 days.
• Antigua and Barbuda Permalink Show on Map eVisa
• Armenia Permalink Show on Map eVisa 120 days
• Bahamas Permalink Show on Map eVisa
• Bhutan Permalink Show on Map eVisa Holders of an application for a tourist visa can obtain a visa on arrival
• Botswana Permalink Show on Map eVisa 3 months Remarks updated a month ago .
• Cameroon Permalink Show on Map eVisa Holders of a pre-arranged approval issued by "Le Delegue General de la Surete" can obtain a visa on arrival.
• Colombia Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated 2 months ago .
• Democratic Republic of the Congo Permalink Show on Map eVisa 7 days
• Djibouti Permalink Show on Map eVisa 90 days Requirement updated 2 months ago . Passengers with a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date can obtain a visa on arrival. Must hold a return/onward ticket.
• Gabon Permalink Show on Map eVisa 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago . e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.
• Kazakhstan Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visitors arriving from a country without Kazakh representation and holding an invitation letter, can obtain a single entry visa on arrival for a max. stay of 1 month.
• Kenya Permalink Show on Map eVisa 90 days Remarks updated today . Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is USD 32.50. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.
• Kyrgyzstan Permalink Show on Map eVisa
• Lesotho Permalink Show on Map eVisa
• Nigeria Permalink Show on Map eVisa 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago .
• Pakistan Permalink Show on Map eVisa 30 days / 3 months Electronic Travel Authorization to obtain a visa on arrival for tourism purposes. Electronic Travel Authorization to obtain a visa on arrival for business purposes. Online Visa eligible.
• Papua New Guinea Permalink Show on Map eVisa 60 days Requirement updated a month ago . You can apply for a visa online under the "Tourist - Own Itinerary" category.
• Qatar Permalink Show on Map eVisa Travelers can apply for a visa on the Hayya website.
• Saint Kitts and Nevis Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated 2 months ago . With a printed approval visitors are issued a visa on arrival by an Immigration Officer for a fee of 100 USD. The maximum length of stay is 30 days.
• Seychelles Permalink Show on Map eVisa 3 months Requirement updated 2 months ago , remarks yesterday Application can be submitted up to 30 days before travel. Visitors must upload a reservation confirmation(s) for each visitor's location of stay in Seychelles. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Payment of the fee (EUR 10) by credit or debit card. Valid for one journey only and it expires once exit the country.
• South Korea Permalink Show on Map eVisa 30 days The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval.
• South Sudan Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated 2 months ago . Obtainable online. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel.
• São Tome and Príncipe Permalink Show on Map eVisa
• Tajikistan Permalink Show on Map eVisa 60 days Remarks updated a month ago . e-Visa holders can enter through all border points.
• Togo Permalink Show on Map eVisa 15 days
• Uganda Permalink Show on Map eVisa 3 months Remarks updated 2 months ago .
• Uzbekistan Permalink Show on Map eVisa 30 days 5-day visa-free transit at the international airports if holding a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country.
• Vietnam Permalink Show on Map eVisa Remarks updated 2 months ago . e-Visa is valid for 90 days and multiple entry. Holders of an approval letter issued and stamped by the Vietnamese Immigration Department can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 1 or 3 months at airports in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang, Phú Quốc without a visa for up to 30 days.
• Zambia Permalink Show on Map eVisa 90 days
• Zimbabwe Permalink Show on Map eVisa 3 months

eVisa / On Arrival

For 13 destinations , On-Arrival visa or an electronic visa / auhtorization is available to passport holders of Tunisia.

• Bahrain Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 14 days
• Bolivia Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days Requirement updated 2 months ago .
• Burkina Faso Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival
• Cambodia Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Ethiopia Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival up to 90 days Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.
• Indonesia Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Laos Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days Remarks updated 3 months ago . 17 e-Visa may be used to enter Laos through Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 3 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges Visa on arrival is available at Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, the 4 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges Visa on arrival is extendable for an additional 60 days at the Department of Immigration in Vientiane.
• Mozambique Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days
• Nepal Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 90 days
• Rwanda Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 3 months
• Sierra Leone Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 3 months / 30 days Remarks updated 2 months ago . It can be granted at any of the three major entry points into the country and these are: Freetown International Airport, Lungi Jendema – the crossing point from Liberia into Sierra Leone Gbalamuya – the crossing point from Guinea into Sierra Leone
• Sri Lanka Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 30 days Electronic Travel Authorization can also be obtained on arrival. 30 days extendable to 6 months.
• Tanzania Permalink Show on Map eVisa or Visa On Arrival 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago .

Pre-arranged Visa Required

101 destinations require a visa obtained at an embassy or consulate prior to arrival from passport holders of Tunisia. This requirement may be waived off if Tunisian citizens meet certain alternate requirements such as holding other visas or resident permits.

• Afghanistan Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Andorra Permalink Show on Map Visa Required The Andorran government imposes no visa requirements on its visitors and only requires a passport for entrance. However, since the country is only accessible via the Schengen countries Spain or France, entrance is not possible without entering the Schengen area first and the Schengen visa rules can therefore be regarded to apply de facto. Because Andorra is not part of the Schengen area, a multiple entry visa is required to re-enter the Schengen area when leaving Andorra.
• Angola Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Argentina Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Australia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa).
• Austria Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Azerbaijan Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Holders of a pre-arranged approval may obtain visa on arrival.
• Belarus Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Holders of a pre-arranged approval may obtain visa on arrival.
• Belgium Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Bosnia and Herzegovina Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Passengers with a multiple-entry visa issued by Bulgaria, Cyprus, Ireland (Rep.), Monaco, Romania, USA or a Schengen Member State for a maximum stay of 30 days. The visa must be valid for the period of intended stay. A total of 90 days is granted within 6 months..
• Brunei Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Bulgaria Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 17 days ago . Visitors with a "D" visa or double or multiple entry "C" visa issued by Cyprus, Romania or a Schengen member state valid for the period of intended stay. They must have already entered Cyprus or Romania if the visa was issued by Cyprus or Romania, or must have already entered any Schengen country if the visa was issued by a Schengen member state. They are visa exempt for a maximum stay of 90 days.
• Canada Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Central African Republic Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Chad Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Chile Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• China Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Congo Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Costa Rica Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa free for Passengers with a valid visa issued by USA for at least 6 months from date of arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days. Costa Rican visas should be issued within 60 days after the date of issuance. Departure tax applies
• Croatia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Not required if holding a multiple entry C Schengen visa
• Cuba Permalink Show on Map Visa Required 90 days Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa not required for a maximum stay of 3 months within 6 months for holders of Diplomatic, Service, and Official Tourist Cards (Tarjeta del Turista) must be obtained prior to arrival from diplomatic missions of Cuba, authorized airlines, or travel agencies. The card valid for a maximum stay of 30 days. Extensions of stay is possible up to a maximum of 60 days for a fee. Passengers who are former nationals of Cuba who left Cuba before 1971 must hold passports endorsed "Habilitado" for HE-11. Passengers must cover the length of their stay by 50 US Dollars per day or equivalent in other convertible currencies in cash or traveler's cheques unless they have previously contracted touristic activities with MINTUR in Cuba. Passengers are required to have a travel insurance to cover their medical expenses while in Cuba and should be purchased before departure.
• Cyprus Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Czech Republic Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Denmark Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Dominican Republic Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa free for Passengers with a valid visa issued by Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland (Rep.), Romania, USA, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State.
• Egypt Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• El Salvador Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa free for holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, the United States or a Schengen member state there is a processing fee of 10 USD to enter.
• Eritrea Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Holders of a confirmation of a pre-arranged visa can obtain a visa on arrival.
• Estonia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Eswatini Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Finland Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• France Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Georgia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Passengers with a visa issued by an EEA Member State , Bahrain, Bermuda, Canada, Cayman Isl., Falkland Isl. (Malvinas), Gibraltar, Israel, Japan, Korea (Rep.), Kuwait, New Zealand, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Turks and Caicos Isl., USA, United Arab Emirates or Virgin Isl. (British) for a maximum stay of 90 days. The maximum stay is granted within 180 days.
• Germany Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Greece Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Grenada Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Guatemala Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa free for holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, the United States or a Schengen member state.
• Guyana Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Conditional VoA can be obtained.
• Honduras Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa free for holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, the United States or a Schengen member state.
• Hungary Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Iceland Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• India Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Iraq Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Ireland Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Israel Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Confirmation from Israeli Foreign Ministry is required before a visa is issued.
• Italy Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Jamaica Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Kiribati Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Kuwait Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Latvia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Liberia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Passengers with a pre-arranged visa can obtain a visa on arrival.
• Liechtenstein Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Lithuania Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Luxembourg Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Macedonia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Not required if holding a multiple entry C Schengen visa.
• Malawi Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Malta Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Marshall Islands Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Mexico Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Moldova Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Citizens holding a residence permit or a valid visa issued by one of the member states of the European Union or one of the parties to the Schengen Agreement can apply for an e-Visa.
• Monaco Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Mongolia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Montenegro Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 3 months ago . Visa not required for holders of a visa, valid for the period of stay, issued by Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, Ireland (Rep.), Japan, New Zealand, Romania, USA, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State for a maximum stay of 30 days.
• Myanmar Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Nauru Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Netherlands Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• New Zealand Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure.
• North Korea Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Norway Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Panama Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Visa required, except for Holders of a visa issued by Andorra, Australia, Canada, Iceland, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, USA or an EU Member State.
• Paraguay Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Peru Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Poland Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Portugal Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Romania Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Visa is not required for a maximum stay of 90 days for holders of a valid double/multiple entry C visa issued by a Schengen Member State. Visa is not required for a maximum stay of 90 days for holders of a valid "D" visa issued by a Schengen Member State.
• Russia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Saint Lucia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• San Marino Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Same rules as for Italy. No border control but accessible only via Italy.
• Saudi Arabia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 17 days ago . Visitors with a tourist or business visa issued by United States, United Kingdom or a Schengen member state traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 90 days. The visa must have been used at least once and should have an entry stamp of the issuing country. Passengers are allowed a total stay of 90 days within a period of 12 months. Visa fee must be paid by credit card. First-degree family members of visitors with a tourist or business visa issued by United States, United Kingdom or a Schengen member state traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 90 days. The visa must have been used at least once and should have an entry stamp of the issuing country. Passengers are allowed a total stay of 90 days within a period of 12 months. Visa fee must be paid by credit card. First-degree family members of visitors with a permanent residence permit issued by USA, United Kingdom or an EU Member State, traveling as tourists, can obtain visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 90 days. Visa fee must be paid by credit card.
• Serbia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 3 months ago . Visa not required for holders of multiple entry visa issued by Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA or an EEA Member State for a maximum stay of 90 days. The maximum stay of 90 days is granted within a 6 month period.
• Singapore Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Slovakia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Slovenia Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Solomon Islands Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Can obtain a visa on arrival if they have a pre-arranged visa approval.
• Spain Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Sudan Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Mandatory Police Registration for all nationalities is required within 24 hours of arrival
• Sweden Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Switzerland Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Syria Permalink Show on Map Visa Required According to the Law No. 2 of 2014 all visitors require visas prior to arrival.
• Thailand Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Visa is issued free of charge.
• Tonga Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Trinidad and Tobago Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Holders of a copy of a pre-arranged approval from immigration can obtain a Waiver of the Visa on arrival. Fee: TTD 400.
• Turkmenistan Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Remarks updated 2 months ago . Conditional VoA can be obtained.
• Ukraine Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• United Arab Emirates Permalink Show on Map Visa Required Requirement updated a month ago . May apply using 'Smart service'.
• United Kingdom Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• United States of America Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Uruguay Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Vatican Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Venezuela Permalink Show on Map Visa Required
• Yemen Permalink Show on Map Visa Required

Information last checked 2024 Apr 19 . Requirements last changed on 2024 Feb 19 .

Visa Requirements for Tunisian Citizens

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The Complete Guide to Tunisia Visa: Requirements, Process, and Tips

Are you looking for information on how to get a visa for tunisia in this comprehensive guide, we cover everything you need to know about obtaining a visa for tunisia, including the different types of visas available, the application process, required documents, and important tips to keep in mind. whether you're traveling for tourism, business, or education, this guide has got you covered..

Key Takeaways:

• Discover the visa requirements for entering Tunisia, including visa-exempt countries and required documents for application.
• Learn about the different types of Tunisian visas, such as tourist and business visas, and long-stay visas.
• Follow the step-by-step process for applying for a Tunisian visa, and find helpful resources for accurate and up-to-date information.

Understanding the Visa Requirements for Tunisia

Traveling to Tunisia promises an adventure filled with historic sites, bustling markets, and Mediterranean beaches. However, before you pack your bags, it’s important to understand the visa requirements for entering this North African country.

Who Needs a Visa for Tunisia?

Visa-exempt countries.

Many travelers can enter Tunisia without a visa for short stays. The list of visa-exempt countries includes but is not limited to the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union member states. Typically, travelers from these areas can stay for up to 90 days without a visa.

Visa Required

If your country is not on the visa-exempt list, you will need to apply for a visa before your journey. This can be done through the nearest Tunisian embassy or consulate.

Types of Tunisian Visas

Tourist visa.

The tourist visa is the most common type for travelers looking to visit Tunisia for vacation, sightseeing, or visiting friends and family.

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For those planning to engage in business-related activities, a business visa is necessary, which requires an invitation from a Tunisian company.

Long Stay Visas

If you intend to stay for a longer period, you may need to apply for a long stay visa, which comes with additional requirements such as proof of sufficient financial means.

How to Apply for a Tunisian Visa

Step 1: gather required documents.

You will need:

• A passport valid for at least six months
• Completed application form
• Passport-sized photos
• Travel itinerary
• Hotel reservation or invitation letter
• Proof of sufficient funds

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Applications should be submitted to the Tunisian embassy or consulate in your home country. It’s best to apply well in advance of your travel dates as processing times can vary.

Step 3: Await Approval

After submission, your application will be reviewed. This process can take some time, so patience is key. If approved, you’ll receive your visa, which must be shown upon arrival in Tunisia.

Special Considerations

Ensure all your documents are accurate and up to date to avoid any delays or issues. Depending on your country of residence and specific circumstances, additional documents may be required.

Arriving in Tunisia

Upon arrival, be prepared to present your passport and visa to the immigration officers. They may ask about your travel plans, so it’s a good idea to have your itinerary handy.

Beyond the Visa: Tips for a Smooth Trip

• Ensure you have travel insurance covering your stay in Tunisia.
• Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs to respect cultural norms.
• Keep copies of important documents separate from the originals in case of loss or theft.
• Always check the latest travel advisories and health information before departure.

Helpful Resources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information on obtaining a Tunisian visa, it’s important to consult the official sources. Here are some helpful links:

• Tunisian Embassy in Washington, D.C.
• UK Foreign Travel Advice – Tunisia
• U.S. Department of State – Tunisia International Travel Information

By understanding the visa process and following these steps, you can focus on what truly matters: experiencing all that Tunisia has to offer. Happy travels!

So there you have it, the lowdown on Tunisia’s visa requirements! Whether you’re dreaming of lounging on Mediterranean beaches or exploring historic sites, getting your visa sorted is the first step. Remember to gather all the necessary documents, submit your application, and patiently await approval. And if you want more in-depth information on visas for Tunisia (or any other destination), head over to visaverge.com for all your travel needs. Happy visa hunting and bon voyage!

FAQ’s to know:

FAQ 1: Who needs a visa to enter Tunisia? Answer: Visa requirements for Tunisia depend on your country of residence. Many travelers can enter Tunisia without a visa for short stays. The list of visa-exempt countries includes the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union member states. If your country is not on the visa-exempt list, you will need to apply for a visa through the nearest Tunisian embassy or consulate.

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FAQ 2: What are the different types of Tunisian visas?

Answer: There are different types of Tunisian visas available. The most common type is the tourist visa, which is suitable for vacation, sightseeing, or visiting friends and family. For business-related activities, a business visa is necessary and requires an invitation from a Tunisian company. If you plan to stay for a longer period, you may need to apply for a long-stay visa, which has additional requirements such as proof of sufficient financial means.

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FAQ 3: How do I apply for a Tunisian visa?

Answer: To apply for a Tunisian visa, follow these steps:

• Gather the required documents, including a passport valid for at least six months, a completed application form, passport-sized photos, travel itinerary, hotel reservation or invitation letter, proof of sufficient funds, and the visa fee.
• Submit your application to the Tunisian embassy or consulate in your home country. It’s advisable to apply well in advance as processing times vary.
• Await approval. The application will go through a review process, which can take time. Once approved, you’ll receive your visa.

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What did you learn? Answer below to know:

• Which countries are exempt from requiring a visa to enter Tunisia? a) Canada, Japan, Australia b) United States, United Kingdom, European Union member states c) China, India, Brazil d) Russia, South Africa, Mexico
• What type of visa is required for engaging in business activities in Tunisia? a) Tourist visa b) Transit visa c) Business visa d) Student visa
• What are the key documents required when applying for a Tunisian visa? a) Only a passport valid for at least six months b) Completed application form and visa fee c) Passport-sized photos and travel itinerary d) Completed application form, passport-sized photos, and proof of sufficient funds

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Visa free countries (38 countries), countries that offers e/visa or visa on arrival for tunisian citizens (49 countries), fast facts:.

• Total population of countries that Tunisia passports can go without a visa: 1,004,974,646 people (est 2024).
• Total area of countries/territories offering visa-free for Tunisian citizens: 21,705,628 km².
• Visa free countries by region: Africa (15 countries), Central America and Caribbean (6 countries), South America (2 countries), Oceania (5 countries), Asia (4 countries), Middle East (3 countries), Europe (3 countries).
• Visa free by days: 90 days (Algeria, Benin, Brazil, Ecuador, Côte d'Ivoire, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Senegal, Serbia, South Africa), 6 months (Barbados), 30 days (Belize, Equatorial Guinea, Gambia, Micronesia, Philippines, South Korea, Vanuatu, British Virgin Islands), 31 days (Cook Islands), 21 days (Dominica), 4 months (Fiji), 3 months (Haiti, Jordan, Mali, Niger, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Turkey), 14 days (Oman), 60 days (Samoa)

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Select a visa category below to find the visa issuance fee, number of entries, and validity period for visas issued to applicants from this country*/area of authority.

Explanation of Terms

Visa Classification: The type of nonimmigrant visa you are applying for.

Fee: The reciprocity fee, also known as the visa issuance fee, you must pay. This fee is in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee (MRV fee).

Number of Entries: The number of times you may seek entry into the United States with that visa. "M" means multiple times. If there is a number, such as "One", you may apply for entry one time with that visa.

Validity Period: This generally means the visa is valid, or can be used, from the date it is issued until the date it expires, for travel with that visa. If your Validity Period is 60 months, your visa will be valid for 60 months from the date it is issued.

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Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.

Visa Category Footnotes

The validity of A-3, G-5, and NATO 7 visas may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the person who is employing the applicant. The "employer" would have one of the following visa classifications:

• G-1 through G-4
• NATO 1 through NATO 6

An E-1 and E-2 visa may be issued only to a principal alien who is a national of a country having a treaty, or its equivalent, with the United States. E-1 and E-2 visas may not be issued to a principal alien if he/she is a stateless resident or national of a country without a treaty.  *When the spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 principal alien are accorded derivative E-1 or E-2 status and are themselves a national of a country that does not have a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the principal alien’s country of nationality should be used.  **Spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 visa principal applicant, where the spouse and children are also nationals of a country that has a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the spouse and children’s country of nationality should be used.  

*Example 1: John Doe is a national of Country A that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country B which has no treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the same reciprocity as John Doe, the principal visa holder. **Example 2:  Mike Doe is a national of Country Y that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country Z that also has a treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the reciprocity issued to nationals of Country Z.

The validity of H-1 through H-3, O-1 and O-2, P-1 through P-3, and Q visas may not exceed the period of validity of the approved petition or the number of months shown, whichever is less.

Under 8 CFR §214.2, H-2A and H-2B petitions may generally only be approved for nationals of countries that the Secretary of Homeland Security has designated as participating countries. The current list of eligible countries is available on USCIS's website for both H-2A and H-2B visas. Nationals of countries not on this list may be the beneficiary of an approved H-2A or H2-B petition in limited circumstances at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security if specifically named on the petition.  

Derivative H-4, L-2, O-3, and P-4 visas, issued to accompanying or following-to-join spouses and children, may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the principal alien.

There is no reciprocity fee for the issuance of a J visa if the alien is a United States Government grantee or a participant in an exchange program sponsored by the United States Government.

Also, there is no reciprocity fee for visa issuance to an accompanying or following-to-join spouse or child (J-2) of an exchange visitor grantee or participant.

In addition, an applicant is eligible for an exemption from the MRV fee if he or she is participating in a State Department, USAID, or other federally funded educational and cultural exchange program (program serial numbers G-1, G-2, G-3 and G-7).

However, all other applicants with U.S. Government sponsorships, including other J-visa applicants, are subject to the MRV processing fee.

Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican nationals coming to engage in certain types of professional employment in the United States may be admitted in a special nonimmigrant category known as the "trade NAFTA" or "TN" category. Their dependents (spouse and children) accompanying or following to join them may be admitted in the "trade dependent" or "TD" category whether or not they possess Canadian or Mexican nationality. Except as noted below, the number of entries, fees and validity for non-Canadian or non-Mexican family members of a TN status holder seeking TD visas should be based on the reciprocity schedule of the TN principal alien.

Canadian Nationals

Since Canadian nationals generally are exempt from visa requirement, a Canadian "TN' or "TD" alien does not require a visa to enter the United States. However, the non-Canadian national dependent of a Canadian "TN", unless otherwise exempt from the visa requirement, must obtain a "TD" visa before attempting to enter the United States. The standard reciprocity fee and validity period for all non-Canadian "TD"s is no fee, issued for multiple entries for a period of 36 months, or for the duration of the principal alien's visa and/or authorized period of stay, whichever is less. See 'NOTE' under Canadian reciprocity schedule regarding applicants of Iranian, Iraqi or Libyan nationality.

Mexican Nationals

Mexican nationals are not visa-exempt. Therefore, all Mexican "TN"s and both Mexican and non-Mexican national "TD"s accompanying or following to join them who are not otherwise exempt from the visa requirement (e.g., the Canadian spouse of a Mexican national "TN") must obtain nonimmigrant visas.

Applicants of Iranian, Iraqi, Libyan, Somalian, Sudanese, Syrian or Yemeni nationality, who have a permanent resident or refugee status in Canada/Mexico, may not be accorded Canadian/Mexican reciprocity, even when applying in Canada/Mexico. The reciprocity fee and period for "TD" applicants from Libya is $10.00 for one entry over a period of 3 months. The Iranian and Iraqi "TD" is no fee with one entry over a period of 3 months.

Q-2 (principal) and Q-3 (dependent) visa categories are in existence as a result of the 'Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998'. However, because the Department anticipates that virtually all applicants for this special program will be either Irish or U.K. nationals, the Q-2 and Q-3 categories have been placed only in the reciprocity schedules for those two countries. Q-2 and Q-3 visas are available only at the Embassy in Dublin and the Consulate General in Belfast.

No S visa may be issued without first obtaining the Department's authorization.

V-2 and V-3 status is limited to persons who have not yet attained their 21st birthday. Accordingly, the period of validity of a V-2 or V-3 visa must be limited to expire on or before the applicant's twenty-first birthday.

Posts may not issue a T-1 visa. A T-1 applicant must be physically present in the United States, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands or a U.S. port of entry, where he/she will apply for an adjustment of status to that of a T-1. The following dependents of a T-1 visa holder, however, may be issued a T visa at a U.S. consular office abroad:

• T-2 (spouse)
• T-3 (child)
• T-4 (parent)

The validity of NATO-5 visas may not exceed the period of validity of the employment contract or 12 months, whichever is less.

The validity of CW-1 and CW-2 visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (12 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.

The validity of E-2C visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (24 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.

General Documents

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Birth, Death, Burial Certificates

Birth certificates.

Available: Yes, only when the birth was reported and recorded by a civil authority.

Fees: 0.50 TD

Document Name: Birth certificates (Extrait de Naissance)

Issuing Authority: Office of the Registrar (Bureau de l'Etat-Civil)

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Government stamp

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Registrar (Officier de l'Etat-Civil)

Registration Criteria: Hospital record

Procedure for Obtaining: Compulsory registration of births of Tunisian Muslims and Tunisian Jews began on December 30, 1908. This measure was extended on August 1, 1957, to all births, regardless of faith, nationality or race. Birth certificates (Extrait de Naissance) are obtainable from the Office of the Registrar (Bureau de l'Etat-Civil) where the birth occurred.

Certified Copies Available: Not applicable, one can request an original at any time.

Alternate Documents: Family Books are also available.

Exceptions:   Not available

Comments: Persons of European descent born in Tunisia before August 1, 1957, whose births were not recorded with the appropriate Office of the Registrar may have their births recorded in their respective Consulates in Tunis. The French Consulate in Tunis appears to have records of all French citizens as of January 1, 1920. The Italian Consulate in Tunis maintains records of birth from 1873, provided the birth was reported.

Death Certificates  

Document Name: Death Certificate (Certificat Deces)

Registration Criteria: Death attestation issued by registered doctor.

Procedure for Obtaining: They are obtainable from any Office of the Registrar (Bureau de l'Etat-Civil).

Certified Copies Available:   Not applicable, originals are available at any time.

Alternate Documents:   Not applicable

Exceptions: Not applicable

Comments: None

Marriage, Divorce Certificates

Marriage certificates.

Available:  For all marriages celebrated in Tunisia on or after August 1, 1957, regardless of the race, religion, or nationality of the contracting parties.

Fees:   1TD

Document Name: Marriage Certificate (Certificat de Marriage)

Registration Criteria: Automatically registered if married at town hall. If married by notary/bailiff, the notary/bailiff will register the marriage.

Alternate Documents:  Family book

Exceptions:  Not applicable

Comments:   In order for a foreign national to get married in Tunisia, the non-Tunisian will have to produce his or her passport, birth certificate, proof of legal capacity to enter into a marriage contract, and a prenuptial marriage certificate (certificate pré-nuptial/ chahadatou el tobya li ittimam el zaouaj الشهادة الطبية لأتمام الزواج ). The groom and the bride must be 18 and over. If the bride was previously married, at least three months must have elapsed since her last divorce before she can register a new marriage.

The civil marriage takes place at the registrar (Mairie/ Baladya البلدية) at any local town hall (في أي بلدية كانت ليس بالضرورة التابعة لمكان الاقامة). A civil marriage certificate (certificate de marriage/madhmoun zaouaj مضمون الزواج) is provided. Copies of the marriage certificate are available from any town hall in Tunisia.

For traditional marriages, the contract is signed by a notary public (Notaire/Adel ichhad عدل اشهاد), and a marriage contract (contrat de marriage/aked zaouaj عقد زواج) is issued.

This marriage contract is not valid unless it is registered at the Town Hall (Mairie / Baladia البلدية). After registering the marriage at the town hall, the bride and groom may obtain a civil marriage registration (Certificate de marriage/, madhmoun zaouaj مضمون زواج).

Marriages which took place prior to August 1, 1957:

With regard to Tunisian Muslims or Tunisian Jews: If the marriage was celebrated before the magistrate in charge of the Office of the Registrar, application should be made to the office (Bureau de L'Etat-Civil) where the marriage took place. If the marriage was celebrated by a Cadi or a Rabbi or before two Muslim or Rabbinical notaries, the parties may apply for their marriage certificates or notarial acts to the Tribunal of First Instance of the place where the marriage took place.

With regard to persons of European descent: If their marriage was celebrated before the magistrate in charge of the Office of the Registrar, application should be made to the office (Bureau de l'Etat-Civil) where their marriage took place. If the marriage was celebrated by the Controleur Civil, the marriage record may be obtained from the French Consulate General in Tunis.

The Prelature of Tunis maintains records of all Catholic marriages celebrated in Tunisia.|  

Divorce Certificates  

Unavailable: There is no divorce certificate. The court will issue a divorce decree in the jurisdiction where the divorce took place. The court will then notify the registrar so that the next time a birth certificate is requested it will say Divorced. Without this a person will not be able to remarry. Many people take the decree directly to the registrar because of delays between the court and registrar. 

Adoption Certificates

 Adoptions are possible, but there is no certificate, just a court order. 

Identity Card

Fees: 03 TD (25TD if old card is damaged/lost/stolen).

Document Name:  ID Card (Carte d’Identite Nationale)

Issuing Authority:  Ministry of Interior

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:  Information not available

Issuing Authority Personnel Title:  Police station where issued

Registration Criteria:  Tunisian citizens over 18 years of age, (different card for residents)

Procedure for Obtaining:  Police station with birth certificate, work certificate, proof of residence (utility bill), and photos.

Certified Copies Available:  Not applicable

Alternate Documents:   Passport

Comments:  All Tunisian citizens are fingerprinted when applying for an ID card.  This card then becomes the basis for applying for a Tunisian passport.

Police, Court, Prison Records

Police and prison records  .

Document Name: An extract from the Judicial records (Extrait du Casier Judiciaire/Bulletin N3) The service is now also available online on the ministry of interior website. (Costs 10TD including shipping)

Issuing Authority: Direction de la Surete Nationale, Service d'identification, Tunis

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:   Green banner for no record, red banner for criminal record

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Directeur de la Police Technique et Scientifique

Registration Criteria:   A combined police and prison record is available to:

Nationals of Tunisia;

Foreigners born in Tunisia; and

Foreigners presently residing in Tunisia

Procedure for Obtaining: The interested party must file an application either directly to the above-named issuing service or to the Tunisian Embassy or Consulate abroad having jurisdiction over the place of residence of the applicant. In support of such a request, the applicant must present an identity document such as a birth certificate, identify card, passport, etc.

Certified Copies Available: Not necessary, originals are available at any time.

Alternate Documents: Not available

Exceptions:  The Tunisian authorities do not issue police records to former foreign residents, unless they were born in Tunisia. In the case of a former foreign resident not born in Tunisia, the Tunisian authorities transmit any criminal record or other derogatory information to authorities with jurisdiction over the foreigner's birthplace.

Comments: Police record is for military and civilians alike.

Military Records

Fees: Unknown

Document Name: Discharge Certificate

Issuing Authority: Ministry of Defense

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Information not available

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Information not available

Registration Criteria:   Information not available

Procedure for Obtaining: Request from recruitment and mobilization dept. in Omrane

Certified Copies Available:  Yes

Alternate Documents:   Information not available

Exceptions: Information not available

Comments:   None

Passports & Other Travel Documents

The Government of Tunisia considers as valid, only those Tunisian passports issued on or after July 26, 1985.

Types Available:   Regular, diplomatic, special (official)

Fees: 80TD for regular (25TD for students and children under 6 years old; 150TD if old passport is damaged/lost/stolen), others are free

Document Name:  Passport

Issuing Government Authority:   Ministry of Interior for regular and special, Ministry of Foreign Affairs for diplomatic

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:  Regular passports are green, Special passports are red, and Diplomatic passports are blue.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: The Ministry of Interior for regular and special passports; The Ministry of Foreign Affairs for diplomatic passports.

Registration Criteria:   Adults: ID card; Children need to have parental authorization.

Procedure for Obtaining:  Police station with documents

Alternate Documents:   Emergency travel document while abroad

Exceptions:  No exceptions

Comments:  None

Other Documents Available:   Not available

Other Records

Not applicable.

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Post Title:   Tunis, Tunisia (Embassy)

Address:   Berges du Lac, Tunis, Tunisia

Phone Number:   +216 71 107 000

Visa Services: NIV, IV

Comments / Additional Information:   None

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This page reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British Citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Tunisia set and enforce entry rules. If you’re unsure how Tunisia’s entry requirements apply to you, contact its UK embassy, high commission or consulate

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On arrival in Tunisia, you may be asked to share your contact details and travel information with the authorities.

Evidence of a hotel reservation is required to enter the country, and a small number of visitors have been denied entry into Tunisia, or delayed, for not being able to provide sufficient evidence of accommodation. This policy is not applied uniformly, and in most cases, if asked, an explanation of alternative accommodation arrangements will be accepted.

Some British nationals of South Asian descent have been delayed, temporarily detained, or denied entry into the country by Tunisian immigration authorities at airports. This can cause distress and inconvenience. The British Embassy has raised this issue with Tunisian authorities.

Entry to Tunisia is decided by Tunisian authorities, and the British Embassy cannot override decisions to refuse entry. However, if you have been subject to the above practices and wish to report it to us, contact the Consular team at British Embassy Tunis on +216 71 108 700.

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If you are visiting Tunisia, your passport should be valid for the full duration of your stay. You don’t need any additional period of validity beyond this.

Dual British-Tunisian nationals should enter and leave Tunisia on their Tunisian passports.

Check with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.

For stays longer than 90 days, you will need a visa. You should contact the Tunisian Embassy in London for information on how to apply,

If you stay in Tunisia for longer than the authorised period, you will have to pay a fine. This rule may not apply if you are vulnerable or if circumstances oblige you to remain in the country.

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Safety and security, entry and exit requirements, laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, tunisia - exercise a high degree of caution.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Tunisia due to the nationwide risk of civil unrest and terrorist attacks.

Regional advisory - Avoid all travel

• the governorate of Kasserine including the Chaambi Mountain National Park area
• Mount Mghila, located between the governorates of Kasserine and Sidi Bouzid
• the forest located northwest of the city of Jendouba and the forest located west of Ain Draham, in the governorate of Jendouba
• Mount Orbata, located in the governorate of Gafsa (east of the city of Gafsa, between El Ksar and Sened)
• within 30 km of the borders with Algeria, except for the tourist cities of Tabarka, Nefta, Tamerza, Chebika, Mides and Ain Draham
• within 40 km of the border with Libya in the governorates of Medenine and Tataouine
• the militarized zone in Tataouine Governorate that lies south of, but does not include, the towns of Dehiba and El Borma

Regional advisory - Avoid non-essential travel

• the towns of Jendouba, Remada and Sidi Bouzid, as well as the road corridor from the town of Sbeitla to Sidi Bouzid
• Tunisia’s Greater South in all areas south of the Jebil National Park, excluding areas south of Dehiba and El Borma, where we advise against all travel

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Political situation

In March 2022, Tunisia's president dissolved the Parliament.

Demonstrations may occur. They could turn violent and lead to clashes between protesters and security forces.

If you are in Tunisia:

• avoid all demonstrations and gatherings
• monitor local media to stay informed about the situation
• follow the advice of local authorities

Mount Chambi National Park

There is a threat of terrorist attacks and kidnapping in the area of Mount Chambi National Park in Kasserine Governorate. Ongoing Tunisian military operations against suspected terrorists occur regularly in the area. The use of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) has been reported in the area.

Regularly review your security practices and remain alert to the changing situation.

Border areas with Algeria and Libya

There is an ongoing threat of terrorist attacks and kidnapping along the border with Algeria, especially in the mountainous areas in the northern half of Tunisia. The use of IEDs has been reported in the area.

Due to the flow of suspected terrorist cells and militants, as well as contraband,  between Tunisia and neighbouring countries, the Tunisian government has increased its security presence at borders with Algeria and Libya. However, the threat of cross-border terrorist activity remains and attacks have targeted security forces.

Tunisian security forces regularly conduct counter-terrorism operations in the border areas of the governorates of Jendouba, Kasserine and Kef.

The border between Tunisia and Libya may close with little or no notice and for an unspecified period of time.

Tunisia’s greater south area

The deterioration in the security situation in neighbouring Libya has resulted in greater volatility in southern Tunisia, particularly in remote areas. Remote areas, including the area south of Jebil National Park and desert areas, can have unreliable cellphone reception and few resources for assistance.

Several attacks have occurred throughout Tunisia.

On May 9, 2023, a shooting took place near the Ghriba synagogue on the island of Djerba, resulting in several casualties. This attack took place despite heightened presence of security forces during the annual Lag Ba'omer pilgrimage.

Tourist resorts and attractions, as well as Tunisian military and government institutions have been targeted. A number of suspected terrorists and arms traffickers have been captured in various regions of the country, including in Tunis. Extremist elements are present and the regional instability continues to pose a general threat to the security of foreigners, religious sites, and tourist facilities. Security forces are always on a state of alert and carry out anti-terrorism operations across the country to prevent attacks.

Despite these efforts, terrorist attacks could occur at any time. Targets could include:

• government buildings, including schools
• places of worship
• airports and other transportation hubs and networks
• public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places.

Be particularly vigilant during the following:

• sporting events
• religious holidays
• public celebrations
• major political events, such as elections

Terrorists could use such occasions to mount attacks.

State of emergency

The state of emergency has been in effect in Tunisia since 2015 and is regularly extended due to the threat of terrorism.

While a state of emergency is in effect, security forces have increased powers to: 

• perform searches
• conduct seizures
• detain persons of interest

If you’re travelling in an area where a state of emergency is in effect:

• be aware that you may be subject to searches by security forces
• always cooperate with military and police officers
• carry valid ID at all times and be prepared for various checkpoints
• allow extra time to reach your destination
• follow the instructions of local authorities
• monitor local news to stay informed on the current situation

Kidnappings have occurred, along border areas.  Kidnappings are not numerous and do not usually target foreigners but cannot be ruled out.  

Demonstrations and civil unrest

Political, social and economic tensions have caused civil unrest throughout the country, but mostly occur in central and southern Tunisia and in parts of Tunis. Some demonstrations and labour strikes have led to roadblocks, burning tires and have deteriorated into violent clashes between the police and demonstrators, resulting in considerable property damage, injuries and deaths.

There is an ongoing threat of a general strike in the field of transportation. Rail, maritime, air and public transportation could be affected on short notice. Occasional fuel and food shortages have been reported.

• Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place or could occur as local conditions may change rapidly
• Follow the instructions of local authorities
• Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Sport events

Avoid the crowds that can form at soccer matches, as such events have led to incidents of violence.

Street crime, including theft, pickpocketing, purse snatching and scams, has been much more frequent in Tunisia since the 2011 revolution.

“Drive-by” thefts by individuals on scooters and motorcycles have occurred in tourist areas.

Women’s safety

Women travelling alone may be subject to certain forms of harassment and verbal abuse. Be aware that Tunisian men have targeted Canadian women for fraudulent marriages (see Fraud).

Advice for women travellers

Young Tunisian men have pursued marriage with older Canadian women in coastal resorts, for financial gain or in order to gain entry to Canada.

Overseas fraud

Road safety

Driving can be dangerous, particularly after dark.

Traffic signs and signals are routinely ignored.

Many roads in urban and rural areas don’t have adequate road lighting.

When walking, be especially cautious as cars don’t routinely stop at pedestrian crosswalks or stoplights.

Motorists sometimes drive on the wrong side of the road and ignore lane markings.

Bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles often operate without sufficient lights and reflectors, and regularly dart in and out of traffic.

Sidewalks are not consistently present and pedestrians are sometimes forced to walk on the street.

Pedestrians often cross the road while dodging traffic and ignore vehicles.

Police officers frequently stop cars for inspection, especially rental cars.

Public transportation

Taxis are available but may be scarce in major cities at peak hours. Most taxis are equipped with fare meters, which should be activated for all trips. Few taxis have functioning seatbelts.  

Buses are crowded. Petty crime occurs in buses.

Rail service is generally safe. Petty crime occurs on city and inter-city trains. Be extremely vigilant with your belongings at all times.

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Tunisian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave Tunisia.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days Business visa: not required Student visa: not required

If you intend to stay in Tunisia longer than 90 days, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Tunisia in Ottawa for information about visa, work permit or temporary resident status regulations prior to your departure.

In Tunisia, you must report to a police station or the Ministry of the Interior.

Dual citizenship

Tunisian authorities may ask Canadians with Tunisian citizenship to enter Tunisia on their Tunisian passports.

If Canadians with Tunisian citizenship are permitted to enter on a Canadian passport, it is likely that they will be required to obtain a Tunisian passport before exiting the country.

Dual citizens have been questioned at length and, as a result, have missed their flight.

If your Tunisian passport is no longer valid, contact the Tunisian embassy in Ottawa prior to travel.

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.

* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

In this destination, rabies is carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions , including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. Rabies treatment is often available in this destination. 

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who are at high risk of exposure (e.g., occupational risk such as veterinarians and wildlife workers, children, adventure travellers and spelunkers, and others in close contact with animals). 

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a risk in some areas of this destination. It is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). It is spread to humans by the bite of infected ticks or occasionally when unpasteurized milk products are consumed.

Travellers to areas where TBE is found may be at higher risk  during April to November, and the risk is highest for people who hike or camp in forested areas.

Protect yourself from tick bites . The vaccine is not available in Canada. It may be available in the destination you are travelling to.

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid   is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.  

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country.  The risk may vary between regions of a country.  Chikungunya is a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya can cause a viral disease that typically causes fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

Medical facilities are generally good in major centres, but are usually very limited or unavailable in rural areas.

Physicians and hospitals often require a deposit or upfront cash payment for medical care. Some clinics may accept private insurance coverage if they have a guarantee of payment from the insurance provider.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Those convicted of these offences are subject to heavy fines and prison sentences of up to life.

Cannabis-derived products, including those containing CBD, are illegal. Detection of illicit drugs, including cannabis, in blood or urine tests can also lead to a conviction.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Religious proselytism

Religious proselytizing is not permitted.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Tunisian law prohibits sexual acts between individuals of the same sex.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Tunisia.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Both valid Canadian driver’s licences and international driving permits are accepted in Tunisia.

International Driving Permit

Dual citizenship is not legally recognized in Tunisia.

If local authorities consider you a citizen of Tunisia, they may refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. This will prevent us from providing you with those services.

Travellers with dual citizenship

Child custody

A child born to a Tunisian mother or father can be considered by the Tunisian authorities as a Tunisian citizen, no matter where he or she was born and what other citizenship he or she has acquired.

In cases where one or more family members hold Tunisian citizenship, parents should consider the risks before their children travel to Tunisia, including that:

• at the request of family members, Tunisian authorities can prevent children from leaving Tunisia (a procedure known as a “stop order”)
• Canadian children who are identified as Tunisian citizens will be treated as Tunisian nationals

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Tunisia.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Tunisia by an abducting parent:

• act as quickly as you can
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Tunisia to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

• International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
• Travelling with children
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Emergency Watch and Response Centre

Imports and exports

Strict regulations may be enforced on the temporary import and export of firearms, religious material, antiquities, medications and business equipment. Contact the Embassy of the Republic of Tunisia for specific information regarding customs requirements.

Dress and behaviour

The majority of the population is Muslim. Dress conservatively and respect religious and social traditions to avoid offending local sensitivities.

In 2025, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 28.

In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:

Taking photographs of military installations, government buildings and embassies is strongly discouraged. Ask permission before photographing individuals.

The currency is the Tunisian dinar (TND).

It’s prohibited to import and export Tunisian dinars (TND).

ATMs are widely available in tourist areas and can be found in all major centres. Credit cards are accepted at many establishments in urban and tourist areas.

Foreign currency declaration

Tunisian foreign exchange regulations are strict and complex.

There are restrictions on the import and export of foreign currency. You must declare all foreign currency in your possession equal to or superior to the equivalent of 20,000 TND:

• upon arrival
• upon departure

However, if you entered the country with foreign currency equivalent to 20,000 TND or less without declaring it, customs authorities may still confiscate any sums exceeding the equivalent of 5000 TND when you leave the country.

In addition, you will not be able to leave Tunisia with the equivalent of 30,000 TND or more, even if you declared it upon entry.

These rules apply to non-residents.

Residents of Tunisia may obtain a conversion allowance of up to 6000 TND in foreign currency per calendar year under certain conditions.

However, in order to leave the country as a resident with foreign currency in your possession, you must:

• declare all foreign currency you are carrying
• provide official proof to the customs authorities of the allowance obtained

If you’re travelling to Tunisia, you should:

• familiarize yourself with the regulations before you travel
• declare any foreign currency in your possession upon entry
• keep your declaration until you leave
• exchange foreign currency at recognized banks or exchange offices only
• plan accordingly

Foreign currency declarations apply to:

• traveller's cheques

Currency and exchange - Tunisian Customs (in French and Arabic only)

Tunisia is exposed to various natural disasters, such as:

• bad weather
• sand and dust storms
• earthquakes

Temperatures vary geographically and according to the seasons. In the north, summers are hot and dry and winters are rainy.  In the south, the climate is semi-arid and it can be very hot in the Sahara, especially in the summer. Between June and September, temperatures can exceed 40°C and dust storms and sand storms frequently occur.

Severe droughts can last for several years reducing water supply.

In the event of a drought:

• always keep water supplies on hand

Rainy season

In the north of Tunisia, the rainy season generally extends from October to May. In the south, rainfall is much less important and frequent because of the arid climate. In the winter, roads can be blocked by downpours.

Seasonal flooding can affect overland travel and the provision of essential services. Roads may become impassable and bridges damaged.

• Monitor local media for updates, including road conditions
• Stay away from flooded areas
• Monitor weather reports
• Follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders

Dust Storms

Sand and dust storms are common.

During a dust storm:

• stay indoors
• keep windows closed
• be prepared to change, interrupt or cancel your trip at any time
• monitor local media for up-to-date information on the situation

Earthquakes

Although Tunisia is not in a high-risk earthquake zone, low seismic activity can occasionally occur.

Earthquakes - What to Do?

Local services

In case of emergency, dial:

• police: 197 / 193
• medical assistance: 190
• firefighters: 198

Consular assistance

For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada to Tunisia, in Tunis, and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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What You Should Know Before Travelling to Moscow

Moscow is the city of golden domes, impressive architecture and some of the best museums in Europe. It’s a place which should make its way to every European travel bucket list. Due to years of closed-door policies, many may think it’s not the most visitor-friendly of places. Luckily, that’s not the case. While there are still things to improve on, it is a fun (and safe!) place to see. Here is all the information you need to be well-equipped for your adventurous journey to Moscow.

Brace yourself for a fair bit of commuting.

It might sound like a cliche, but Moscow is very big – and we mean it. An hour-long daily commute is nothing unusual for the locals. As a tourist, you will most likely be much closer to the city centre than an average Muscovite, but since many of the tourist attractions are dispersed across the city, commuting will nonetheless take up a large portion of your day. Luckily, Moscow’s public transport is excellent: Just about any point in the city centre is accessible by metro , and if you prefer on-land transport, there definitely is a tram or bus route to suit your needs. Public transport is the most effective and reliable way to travel around the city, but planning is the key.

Forget Google and download these useful apps

Yandex Transport is yet another of Moscow’s logistics essentials. It not only contains a detailed plan of the city, it also has information on all of the bus routes and gives you the real-life location of all the buses currently en route.

Remember to have your passport with you

Russians love paperwork. An official document can go a long way in Russia. This also means that you need your passport to do anything even remotely official: Exchange money, buy a train ticket, sometimes even get into a museum. The police officers in the metro stations also have a habit of asking random passengers to show their IDs, so it’s better to always have it on you. If you’re uncomfortable carrying your passport around, you can make a photocopy of the photo page ahead of time, it should be enough in most cases.

If you want to see Lenin’s corpse, plan ahead

One of Moscow’s curiosities is Lenin’s Mausoleum. It is currently run mostly by volunteers and a visit there is free, but the mausoleum is only open on some days of the week at very specific times. Make sure to double-check the opening times here before going, and make sure to be there early – on some days, the queue is very long.

Make Kremlin a day-trip

The Kremlin is Moscow’s ultimate must-see, and rightly so: It is an incredible historical monument full of treasures you can only find there. When it comes to visiting the Kremlin, there are a few different options available. Make sure to read about all the different ticket combinations ahead of time and to show up early – the queues can get rather long and certain places in the Kremlin only let visitors in at specific hours. Do visit the Kremlin though; it is most certainly worth seeing.

There’s Wi-Fi everywhere

Free Wi-Fi is omnipresent in Moscow. Any bar, cafe or restaurant will almost certainly have it. Free Wi-Fi is also available in the metro. You don’t need to worry about the cell data (which can get really pricey in Russia if you’re using a foreign phone number). As long as your battery is charged, you can find your way or contact your family from almost anywhere.

Moscow is just the beginning!

Moscow is big and beautiful and very much worth seeing; it is also far from everything to see in this part of Russia. Moscow is surrounded by beautiful, very old towns which have witnessed the entire history of the country. They are collectively called ‘the golden circle’. There are tours available to some of the towns individually or to all of them at once. Depending on the route, the tours can take any time between a day and a week. If you have any time to spare, such a trip is a great step toward a fuller understanding of Russia.

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Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

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Russian Visa and Entry Requirements

All passengers arriving in Russia from overseas must meet the country’s entry requirements . If you fail to meet these criteria you will not be permitted to cross the border into Russian territory.

Russia’s entry requirements include its visa policy, which requires most passport holders to have an approved Russian visa for their trip.

This page outlines Russia’s visa and entry requirements for foreign citizens, including documents required to apply for a Russia e-visa.

General Entry Requirements for Russia

All visitors must have a valid passport to present at border control.

Nationalities who are not visa-exempt for Russia must also have a valid visa .

Who needs a visa for Russia?

The majority of nationalities need to get a visa to travel to Russia . Only visa-exempt passport holders are permitted to cross the border without a visa.

Fortunately, citizens of over 50 countries are eligible to apply for a Russia electronic visa (e-visa). This is the most convenient way to get a visa for Russia, as the whole process is carried out online.

You can check the full list of e-visa eligible countries here:

Russia visa-exempt nationalities

Only citizens of countries that are part of Russia’s visa exemption policy can enter without a visa. You’re advised to check with official sources before confirming that you do not need a visa to enter Russia.

Russia e-visa conditions

If you’ve confirmed that you’re eligible for the Russian online visa, you must then check that you meet certain conditions before you can apply.

Russia e-visa requirements are :

• Eligibility : You must be a citizen of an e-visa eligible country
• Travel purpose : You must be traveling for tourism, business, sport/cultural/scientific-technical relations, or humanitarian reasons
• Number of entries : You can only enter Russia once
• Length of stay : No more than 16 days
• Required documents : Check the section below

You must meet this criteria before you can start to apply for your Russia e-visa .

Required Documents for a Russia e-visa

The Russia online visa requirements are easy to meet. You only need the following:

Russia e-visa passport requirements

The passport you use to complete the Russia e-visa application must meet the following criteria:

• Issued by an e-visa eligible country
• Valid for at least 6 months from the application date
• Machine-readable passport (e-Passport)
• At least 1 blank page for border crossing stamps

The passport you use to apply for your visa must be the same passport that you’ll use to enter Russia , as your visa is connected to your passport number.

Russia e-visa photo requirements

The photograph that you submit with your visa application must meet the Russia e-visa requirements:

• Format: JPG
• Shape: Rectangular (with the 35x45 aspect ratio)
• Color: Neutral and showing the natural skin tone
• Focus: Clear, well-defined, in focus, and without frames
• Recent: No more than 6 months old and reflects current appearance
• Position: Full-face view looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression
• Lighting: No shadows, flash reflections on the face, or red eyes
• Head coverings: Applicants whose religious beliefs prohibit them to be seen with their heads uncovered are allowed to wear a head covering. The face must clearly visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead
• Glasses: Eyes must be clearly visible with no flash reflection off the lenses or tinted lenses

Additional Documents to Enter Russia

You may need additional documents to enter Russia , depending on your travel history and plans. In this section you’ll find information on additional documents you might need.

Migration card to enter Russia

You must sign an immigration card before entering Russia . This document must be presented at the Russian border, along with your passport and visa (if required).

A border officer will keep one half of your signed migration card and you must keep the other half to show at immigration when you leave the country .

You may also be required to present your migration card for other processes, such as exchanging money and checking into a hotel .

Health documents to enter Russia

There are no mandatory vaccine requirements to enter Russia, however you’re advised to be up-to-date with all routine vaccinations. These include:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B

Some travelers should also consider the following:

• Japanese encephalitis: If visiting rural areas
• Rabies: For long visits, exposure to animals, limited access to medical treatment
• Tick-borne encephalitis: Visiting risk or forested areas
• Tuberculosis: Close contact with infected persons

Travelers are advised to regularly check Russia travel updates to ensure they have the correct documents .

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What to do in Moscow

Ballet at the bolshoy, cathedral of christ the saviour, drinking & nightlife, entertainment, house-museums, the museum of modern history, the new tretyakov gallery, novodevichiy convent, patriarch’s ponds, the pushkin museum of fine arts, sandunovsky baths, the tretyakov gallery.

Travel in Moscow is easier than you might think: the city’s general layout is a series of concentric circles and radial lines emanating from Red Square and the Kremlin, and the centre is compact enough to explore on foot. Moscow’s sights can also be mapped as strata of its history: the old Muscovy that Russians are eager to show; the now retro-chic Soviet-era sites such as VDNK and Lenin’s Mausoleum; and the exclusive restaurants and shopping malls that mark out the new Russia. A CityPass is a good bet if you plan on seeing several of the city's heavyweight attractions.

Despite its size, Moscow's concentric layout is easier to grasp than you'd imagine, and the city's famous metro ensures that almost everywhere of interest is within fifteen minutes' walk of a station. Red Square and the Kremlin are the historic nucleus of the city, a magnificent stage for political drama, signifying a great sweep of history that includes Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, Stalin and Gorbachev. Here you'll find Lenin's Mausoleum and St Basil's Cathedral, the famous GUM department store, and the Kremlin itself, whose splendid cathedrals and Armoury Museum head the list of attractions. Immediately east of Red Square lies the Kitay-gorod, traditionally the commercial district, and originally fortified like the Kremlin. Stretches of the ramparts remain behind the Metropol and Rossiya hotels, and the medieval churches of Zaryade and the shops along Nikolskaya ulitsa may tempt you further into the quarter, where you'll find the former headquarters of the Communist Party. Take a private Kremlin tour to skip the lines for the Kremlin grounds and cathedrals.

The Kremlin and Kitay-gorod are surrounded by two quarters defined by rings of boulevards built over the original ramparts of medieval times, when Moscow's residential areas were divided into the "White Town" or Beliy Gorod, and the humbler "Earth Town" or Zemlyanoy Gorod. Situated within the leafy Boulevard Ring that encloses the Beliy Gorod are such landmarks as the Bolshoy Theatre and the Lubyanka headquarters of the secret police – with its "KGB Museum" – while the Zemlyanoy Gorod that extends to the eight-lane Garden Ring is enlivened by the trendy old and new Arbat streets, with three Stalin skyscrapers dominating the Ring itself.

Beyond this historic core Moscow is too sprawling to explore on foot. Krasnaya Presnya, Fili and the southwest describes a swathe which includes the former Russian Parliament building (known as the White House); Tolstoy's house and the Novodeviche Convent and Cemetery; Victory Park, with its war memorials and Jewish museum; and Moscow State University in the Sparrow Hills – the largest of the Stalin skyscrapers.

Across the river from the Kremlin, Zamoskvorechye and the south are the site of the old and new Tretyakov Gallery's superlative collection of Russian art. Private guided tours are recommended for art enthusiasts. Here too you'll find Gorky Park, the Donskoy and Danilov monasteries that once stood guard against the Tartars, and the romantic ex-royal estates of Tsaritsyno and Kolomenskoe – the latter known for staging folklore festivals and historical pageants.

Taganka and Zayauze, east of the centre, likewise harbour fortified monasteries – the Andronikov, Novospasskiy and Simonov – and the erstwhile noble estates of Kuskovo and Kuzminki, but the main lure for tourists is the Izmaylovo art market. Inside the Izmaylovo Kremlin, a cultural centre, there are also a range of attractions, from the Bread Museum and the Vodka History Museum to the fascinating Museum of Russian Toys.

Moscow's Northern Suburbs cover a vast area with a sprinkling of sights. Foremost is the Memorial and Museum of Cosmonautics and VDNK. For anyone interested in the glory days of the space race, and its monumental landmarks and propaganda, a visit is a must, like on this guided tour . In the vicinity are the Ostankino Palace, Moscow's Botanical Gardens and TV Tower. West from here, the Museum of Soviet Arcade Machines will appeal to visitors with an interest in Soviet social history, too.

Outside Moscow there's scope for day-excursions to the Trinity Monastery of St Sergei, the Abramtsevo artists' colony, Tchaikovsky's house in Kiln, Lenin's estate at Gorki Leninskie, and the battlefield of Borodino, where the battle is re-enacted every September. You can also head out to the village of Aksakovo for a beautiful two-hour troika ride. Further afield, the historic towns of Vladimir and Suzdal are graced by splendid cathedrals and monasteries attesting that they were the seat of a principality when Moscow was merely an encampment. Suzdal is one of the loveliest towns in Russia, and definitely merits an overnight stay. It's also possible to visit the Aviation Museum at Monino air base, en route to Vladimir, if you take the trouble to get permission ahead of time.

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While Moscow's Bolshoy Ballet (also spelt "Bolshoi") is going through uncertain times, plagued by infighting and rivalries (not least the recent acid attack on Artistic Director Sergei Filin), few would deny themselves the chance to see this legendary company. During the season, evening performances start at 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at noon; there are no shows on Monday.

You can see what’s on currently and for a few months ahead on the Bolshoy’s website – although the English version sometimes lags behind the Russian one. The ballet company is usually abroad over summer and sometimes also in the autumn, leaving the junior corps de ballet to entertain visitors – although star dancers are certain to be in Moscow for the opening of the new season in September. For more on Russian ballet visit www.for-ballet-lovers-only.com . For those not interested in ballet but more in the historical aspect of the Bolshoy theatre, take a guided historic tour of the grounds.

If you're more interest in Folk Dances, visit the Kostroma Folk Dance show , the most authentic one in Moscow.

Built as a symbol of gratitude to divinity for having aided the Russians’ defeat of Napoleon in 1812, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (daily 10am–6pm), opposite the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts at Volkhonka ul. 15, was demolished in 1931 in favour of a monument to socialism. The project was soon abandoned and years later, under Krushev’s rule, the site was turned into the world’s largest public swimming pool. In 1994 the Cathedral was rebuilt and is now a symbol of Moscow’s (and Russia’s) post-Communist religious revival.

Moscow isn’t a city that goes to bed early. Many venues act as a café by day, restaurant in the early evening, and both bar and club at night. This can cover anything from an arthouse café with a spot of live music to a dance warehouse, or a fancy nightclub with a restaurant and casino. Most cater to a certain crowd, whether it’s creative professionals, students, shell-suited "flatheads" or designer-draped models. While formal dress codes are rare, face control (feys kontrol) is widespread. Russians distinguish between “democratic” face control (aimed at keeping out hooligans and bandits), and the kind that favours the rich (never mind how they behave). It’s unwise to rile club security staff, however rude they might be.

There are scores of trendy bars and clubs on Krasny Oktyabr, a former chocolate factory building located across the river from Kropotkinskaya and now home to some of Moscow’s hippest nightlife.

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Moscow's gastronomic scene has improved enormously over the last five years, with hundreds of new cafés and restaurants offering all kinds of cuisine and surroundings, aimed at anyone with a disposable income – from mega-rich New Russians and expense-account expatriates to fashion-conscious wealthy teenagers.

For cheap eats head to a canteen, where you can compile a tray of dishes smorgasbord-style. Take advantage of the great-value business lunches offered by cafés and restaurants during the week between noon and 4pm.

For well over a century, Moscow has been one of the world’s great centres of classical music, opera and ballet, most famously represented by the Bolshoy Theatre but also by its orchestras and choirs. Theatre can be tricky for non-Russian speakers though circus and puppetry surpass the language barrier. Moscow’s film industry and annual international film festival dwarf St Petersburg’s, but at other times most cinemas screen Hollywood blockbusters.

All this can be surprisingly good value, provided you ask for the cheapest ticket available ( samiy deshoviy bilyet ).

Gorky Park on ul. Krymskiy Val 9 (R100; Park Kultury) is a large park occupying an area of over 700 acres along the river. In the winter the frozen-over paths become one of the city’s largest ice rinks, while in the summer Muscovites stroll the area savouring an ice cream.

Admirers of Bulgakov, Chekhov, Gorky and Tolstoy will find their former homes preserved as museums. Anton Chekhov lived at Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya ul. 6, in what is now the Chekhov House-Museum (Tues, Thurs & Sat 11am–6pm, Wed & Fri 2–8pm; R100, student R60; Barrikadnaya), containing humble personal effects, while the Gorky House-Museum (Wed–Sun 11am–6pm, closed last Thurs of the month; free; Arbatskaya) on the corner of Povarskaya ulitsa and ulitsa Spiridonovka is worth seeing purely for its raspberry-pink Art Nouveau decor. Leo Tolstoy admirers should head to the wonderfully preserved Tolstoy Memorial Estate on ul. Lva Tolstogo 21 (Tues, Wed & Fri 10am–6pm, Thurs 1–9pm, Sat & Sun 11am–6pm; R200, student R60; Park Kultury) where the Tolstoy family lived after moving to Moscow from their country estate in 1881, and where the novelist wrote War and Peace . The Bulgakov Museum at Bolshaya Sadovaya ul. 10 (Sun–Thurs 1–11pm, Fri & Sat until 1am; free; t 495/970-0619; Mayakovskaya), is the house where the novelist lived from 1921 to 1924. There are nightly tours (1–6am; R550; phone a week in advance for tour in English).

The Museum of Modern History at Tverskaya ul. 21 (Tues, Wed, Fri 10am–6pm, Thurs & Sat 11am–7pm, Sun 10am–5pm, closed last Fri of the month; R100; Tverskaya) brings the Communist past alive with striking displays of Soviet propaganda posters, photographs and state gifts, although there’s a frustrating lack of English translation.

Opposite the entrance to Gorky Park at Krymskiy Val 10, the New Tretyakov Gallery (Tues–Sun 10am–7.30pm; R360, student R220; Park Kultury) takes a breakneck gallop through twentieth-century Russian art, from the avant-garde of the 1910–1920s to contemporary artists. Full and illuminating commentary in English is a bonus.

A cluster of shining domes above a fortified rampart belongs to the lovely Novodevichiy Convent (daily 10am–5pm; closed Tues & last Mon of month; R150; Sportivnaya), founded by Ivan the Terrible in 1524. At its heart stands the white Cathedral of the Virgin of Smolensk. In its cemetery lie numerous famous writers, musicians and artists, including Gogol, Chekhov, Stanislavsky, Bulgakov and Shostakovich.

One of Moscow’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, Patriarch’s Ponds is a pleasant spot (there’s actually just one pond) for a summer stroll or an ice-skate on its frozen waters in the depths of winter. The area is also known for being the location of the opening scene of Mikhail Bulgakov’s magical realist novel The Master and Margarita .

Founded in 1898 in honour of the famous Russian poet, the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts at Volkhonka ul. 12 (Tues–Sun 10am–7pm; R150–300, separate fee for Impressionist wing; Kropotkinskaya) holds a hefty collection of European paintings , from Italian High Renaissance works to Rembrandt, and an outstanding display of Impressionist works.

Get the city grit out of your skin at the exquisitely elaborate Sandunovsky baths (Neglinnaya ul. 14 bldg 3–7 w www.sanduny.ru ; Teatralnaya), patronized by Muscovites since 1896. Join Russian businessmen and socialites in the banya , a wooden hut heated with a furnace, where you are invited to sweat out impurities, get beaten energetically with birch twigs, and finally plunge into ice-cold water. Men’s and women’s baths are separate, with the women’s section more like a modern spa. A three-hour session costs R1000. Daily 8am–10pm.

Founded in 1892 by the financier Pavel Tretyakov, the Tretyakov Gallery at Lavrushinskiy per. 10 (Tues–Sun 10am–7.30pm; R360, student R220; Tretyakovskaya) displays an outstanding collection of pre-Revolutionary Russian art. Russian icons are magnificently displayed, and the exhibition continues through to the late nineteenth century, with the politically charged canvases of the iconic realist Ilya Repin and the Impressionist portraits of Valentin Serov, including The Girl with Peaches , one of the gallery’s masterpieces.

To see Soviet triumphalism at its most prolific, visit the Exhibition of Economic Achievements, or VDNKh (Prospekt Mira; VDNK/Prospekt Mira), with its statue upon statue of ordinary workers in heroic poses. Adding to the scene is the permanent trade-fair-cum-shopping-centre housed in the grandiose Stalinist architecture of the All-Union Agricultural Exhibition of 1939, and the People’s Friendship Fountain, flanked by Soviet maidens, each symbolizing a Soviet republic. One of the most hubristic Soviet monuments ever built is the Space Obelisk , which bears witness to Soviet designs on the stratosphere. Unveiled in 1964 – three years after Gagarin orbited the earth – it’s a sculpture of a rocket blasting nearly 100m into the sky on a plume of energy clad in shining titanium. Moscow’s giant Ferris wheel, small amusement park and numerous food vendors help to create a fairground-like atmosphere. For a fantastic view over the VDNK, take the lift to the 25th floor of Hotel Cosmos across Prospekt Mira.

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