Tunisia Tourist Visa
Table of contents
- Table of contents
- Traveling to Tunisia
- Who Needs a Tunisia Visa?
- Tunisia Tourist Visa Validity
- Tunisia Tourist Visa Requirements
- Tunisia Visa Application Steps
- Tunisia Tourist Visa Fees
- Where to Apply
- Tunisia Tourist Visa Processing Time
- Approved Visa Applications
- Tunisia Visa Extension
- Tunisia Tourist Visa FAQ
Traveling to Tunisia
Tunisia is a northern African country that attracts millions of visitors each year for its sunny beaches and deserts, ancient ruins and history, and rich culture and cuisine.
Who Needs a Tunisia Visa?
Foreign nationals from the following countries are required to apply for a Tunisia visa, before traveling to Tunisia:
Afghanistan, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Botswana, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Congo (Dem. Rep.), Cuba, Cyprus, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Macao, Madagascar, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, North Korea, Pakistan, Palau, Palestinian Territories, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Viet Nam, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Tunisia Tourist Visa Validity
The Tunisia tourist visa is issued as either a single or multiple entry visa and allows for a maximum 90-day stay in Tunisia.
Tunisia Tourist Visa Requirements
Foreign nationals traveling to Tunisia for tourism should apply for a Tunisia tourist visa by meeting the following requirements:
Passport & copy
A passport, valid for at least 6 months, with one blank page for official use, and a photocopy of the passport information page.
Personal photo
One recent, standard photo, on a white background, 35x45 mm in size.
Application form
A filled out and signed Tunisia visa application form.
Accommodation or Invitation
Proof of lodging, such as a hotel reservation, or a notarized invitation letter from a Tunisian host.
Tunisia Visa Application Steps
Foreign nationals applying for a Tunisia tourist visa should follow these steps:
- Complete visa application form
Fill out a Tunisia application form with your personal details and other requested information and sign it.
- Gather requirements
Gather the required documentation, including passport, personal photo, and proof of lodging.
- Submit visa application form
o Contact the nearest Tunisia embassy, consulate or representation office to set an appointment.
o Submit the Tunisia visa application form and all required documents at the nearest Tunisia embassy, consulate, or foreign mission abroad. - Pay visa application fee
Pay the visa application fee. Be advised that both visa fees and payment methods will vary, depending on the Tunisia embassy or representation office where you are applying.
- Await visa decision
o If approved, collect your Tunisia tourist visa from the Tunisia embassy, consulate, or representation office where you applied.
o Make sure all information on the Tunisia visa is correct and matches your passport.
Tunisia Tourist Visa Fees
Tunisia tourist visa fees will vary depending on the applicant’s nationality, the number of entries being applied for, and the Tunisia embassy or representation office where the application is being submitted.
Where to Apply
All foreign nationals applying for the Tunisia tourist visa should apply at their nearest Tunisia embassy, consulate, or foreign mission abroad.
Tunisia Tourist Visa Processing Time
The Tunisia tourist visa is normally processed within 20 days, but processing times can take less or more, depending on the individual case and the Tunisia embassy or foreign mission processing the application.
Approved Visa Applications
Approved Tunisia visas can be collected from the Tunisia embassy or representation office where you applied. In the case of courier applications (if available), the approved Tunisia visa will be mailed back to the applicant.
Tunisia Visa Extension
Foreign nationals wishing to extend their stay in Tunisia should apply for an extension at the closest Tunisia police department, before their current visa expires. Please note that foreign nationals wishing to stay in Tunisia for periods longer than 90 days are advised to apply for a Tunisia long-stay visa.
Tunisia Tourist Visa FAQ
The Tunisia tourist visa allows for a maximum 90-day stay in Tunisia.
Tunisia tourist visa fees vary depending on the applicant’s nationality, the number of entries being applied for, and the Tunisia embassy or representation office where the application is being processed.
To apply for a Tunisia tourist visa, foreign nationals may be required to provide proof of lodging or financial means during their stay in Tunisia, or a notarized invitation letter from a Tunisian host.
