Last updated: May 2025 | Always verify current requirements with official sources before travel
Planning your next international adventure? As a Tunisian passport holder, you have access to numerous destinations without the hassle of obtaining a visa in advance.
This comprehensive guide breaks down all your visa-free travel options, organized by entry requirements and practical considerations.
Important Travel Notes
⚠️ Before You Travel:
- Always verify current visa requirements with the destination country’s embassy or official government website
- Entry requirements can change rapidly due to political situations, health concerns, or policy updates
- This guide covers ordinary passport holders only (not diplomatic or service passports)
- Some destinations may require proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, or accommodation bookings
What You’ll Need:
- Valid Tunisian passport (typically with 6+ months validity)
- Proof of accommodation and return/onward ticket (for most destinations)
- Sufficient funds for your stay
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (for certain African destinations)
Visa-Free Destinations (No Advance Application Required)
These countries allow Tunisian citizens to enter without any visa application or arrival procedures beyond standard passport control.
Africa
- Algeria – 90 days
- Benin – 90 days
- Côte d’Ivoire – 90 days
- Equatorial Guinea – 30 days
- Gabon – Contact embassy for current stay duration
- Gambia – 90 days
- Guinea – Contact embassy for current stay duration
- Libya – Contact embassy for current stay duration and entry conditions
- Mali – 90 days
- Mauritania – 90 days
- Mauritius – 90 days
- Morocco – 90 days
- Niger – 90 days
- Rwanda – 30 days
- Senegal – 90 days
- South Africa – 90 days
Americas
- Barbados – 180 days
- Belize – Contact embassy for stay duration
- Brazil – 90 days
- Dominica – 21 days
- Ecuador – 90 days
- Haiti – 90 days
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – 90 days
- Suriname – 90 days
Asia-Pacific
- Fiji – 120 days
- Hong Kong – 30 days
- Japan – 90 days
- Malaysia – 90 days
- Micronesia – 30 days
- Philippines – 30 days
- Vanuatu – 30 days
Middle East
- Iran – 14 days (verify current political conditions)
- Palestinian Territories – Contact authorities for requirements
- Syria – Contact embassy for current conditions
- Turkey – 90 days
Visa on Arrival & eVisa Destinations
These countries require a visa, but you can obtain it upon arrival at the airport or apply online in advance.
eVisa Available
- Armenia – eVisa, 120 days
- Bolivia – eVisa or visa on arrival, 90 days
- Burkina Faso – eVisa or visa on arrival, 90 days
- Burundi – eVisa or visa on arrival, 30 days
- Cambodia – eVisa or visa on arrival, 30 days
- Djibouti – eVisa or visa on arrival, 90 days
- Ethiopia – eVisa or visa on arrival, 90 days
- Laos – eVisa or visa on arrival, 30 days
- Malawi – eVisa, 90 days
- Mozambique – eVisa or visa on arrival, 30 days
- Nepal – eVisa or visa on arrival, 150 days
- Nigeria – eVisa or visa on arrival, 90 days
- South Sudan – eVisa, contact for stay duration
- Tajikistan – eVisa or visa on arrival, 45 days
- Tanzania – eVisa or visa on arrival, contact for stay duration
- Togo – eVisa, 15 days
- Uganda – eVisa, contact for stay duration
- Uzbekistan – eVisa, 30 days
- Vietnam – eVisa, 90 days
Visa on Arrival Only
- Cape Verde – Contact for stay duration and fees
- Comoros – 45 days
- Guinea-Bissau – 90 days
- Lebanon – 30 days
- Lesotho – 14 days
- Macao – 30 days
- Madagascar – 90 days
- Maldives – 30 days
- Namibia – 90 days
- Nicaragua – 30 days
- Palau – 30 days
- Samoa – 90 days
- Somalia – 30 days (verify safety conditions)
- Thailand – 15 days
- Timor-Leste – 30 days
- Tuvalu – 30 days
Special Authorization Required
These destinations require additional documentation beyond a standard visa.
- Cuba – Tourist card required, 90 days
- Kenya – Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), 90 days
- Pakistan – Electronic Travel Authorization, 30 days
- Seychelles – Tourist Registration, 90 days
- South Korea – Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA), 30 days
- Sri Lanka – Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), 30 days
Travel Tips for Tunisian Passport Holders
Budget Considerations:
- Visa on arrival fees typically range from $25-100 USD
- Always carry cash in USD or EUR for visa fees
- Some countries may require proof of sufficient funds ($50-100 per day)
Health Requirements:
- Yellow fever vaccination may be required for travel between certain African countries
- Check health advisories and vaccination requirements well in advance
Documentation:
- Keep digital and physical copies of all travel documents
- Ensure your passport has at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps
- Some countries require passport validity of 6+ months from entry date
Regional Travel Strategy:
- Consider multi-country trips within visa-free regions (West Africa, South America)
- Some destinations offer longer stays that make them ideal for extended travel
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I extend my stay once in the country? A: Extension policies vary by country. Some allow extensions through local immigration offices, while others require exit and re-entry.
Q: Do I need travel insurance? A: While not always mandatory, travel insurance is highly recommended and required by some destinations.
Q: Can I work or study on a tourist visa/visa-free entry? A: No, tourist entries typically prohibit work and study activities. Separate permits are required for these purposes.
Stay Updated
Visa policies change frequently due to diplomatic relations, security concerns, and health situations. Before finalizing any travel plans:
- Check the destination country’s official embassy website
- Contact the nearest consulate for current requirements
- Register with the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for travel advisories
- Monitor news for any recent policy changes
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from various sources and is subject to change. The author and website are not responsible for any travel disruptions or entry denials. Always verify current requirements with official government sources before travel.
