Geographical position
Positioned in North and East opposite with the Mediterranean ; bordering in South-east with Libya and South-west and West with Algeria . Time zone is the same as France . During the aestival period - 1 hour, since in Tunisia the summer-time is not applied, except for periods of international energy crisis .

Network GSM
Tunisia is equipped with two networks of telephone GSM. Of the agreements of Roaming International are in hand with most significant Operators of international telephony GSM. There is no restriction on the importation of a personal portable telephone.

Climatic Situation
Mediterranean climate, broken down on the coasts. Soft winter and be very hot, with temperatures which can reach to 50 C .

Time zone
Time zone the same one as France. During the estival period - 1 hour, since in Tunisia one does not apply the summer-time, except for periods of international energy crisis.

Exchange formalities
It is necessary to declare the foreign currency introduced in Tunisia if it exceeds the amount of 1000 DTN, that is to say approximately 600 euros. There are no limits on the currency to introduce. On the other hand, it is interdict to export the Tunisian currency.
We stress for this purpose the importance to respect the standards as regards currency .

Necessary documents
Passport or Identity card. For the stays of three months, the visa is not necessary. On arrival, it is necessary to fill a Form indicating the personal data and the reasons for the voyage .

Medical Infrastructure  
Good in the Capital and in the principal cities, where the private clinics of European level are present.

Vaccinations
There are no specific requirements.

The situation is calm in Tunisia , especially in the tourist zones and the residential districts. As an example, in the Center Town of Tunis, to little distance from the other , are Mosques, Churches and Synagogues… in the reciprocal respect of the freedom of worship.

Embassy of United States of America
Rte La Marsa, Northern Zone East, - 2045 - Cité Thaieb Mhiri - Aouina - TUNIS
Phone: 00216 71 107 000 - fax: 00216 71 962 115

Embassy of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland
Rue du Lac Windermere – 1053 - Les Berges du Lac - TUNIS
Phone : 00216 71 108 700 - Fax : 00216 71 965 535