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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Tunesia.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
Local currency / ISO Code
Tunesian dinar TND
Import local currency
prohibited
Import foreign currency
unlimited; the equivalent of TND 3'000.00 and more must be declared
Export local currency
prohibited
Export foreign currency
bis zu TND 3'000.00 (Gegenwert), höhere Beträge nur wenn bei der Einreise deklariert.
Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
The declaration form must be kept until final departure.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Money is to be exchanged only at official points such as banks and exchange offices.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Reconversion limited to 30% of imported and exchanged amounts up to the equivalent of TND 100.--.
+/- 0 h; - 1 h during our summer time
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English, French and Italian
Tunis
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220 volt / adapter recommended
Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
The ID card is only recognized if the stay is organized by a travel agency (proof).
The tourists cards given with the entry are essential to leave the country.
Tunis, Rue du Lac d'Annecy, Immeuble Stramica, 1053 Les Berges du Lac
Tel. +216 71 191 997
Banks
8.00 - 12.00 h and 14.00 - 17.00 h (Mon - Thu / 1.10. - 30.6.)
8.00 - 12.00 h and 13.30 - 16.30 h (Fri / 1.10. - 30.6.)
8.00 - 11.00 h (Mon - Fri / 1.7. - 30.9.)
Stores
9.00 - 13.00 h and 15.00 - 19.00 h (Mon - Sat / 1.9. - 30.6.)
9.00 - 14.00 h and 18.00 - 22.00 h (Mon - Sat / 1.7. - 30.9.)
Swiss driver's license accepted; international driver's license recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Malgrado l'aumento delle misure di sicurezza esiste sempre il rischio di attacchi terroristici.
Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Photographing military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Tunesia is a Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.
Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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