Tunisia

Tunisia uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.

Tunisia uses the Tunisian dinar (symbol: د.ت), code TND.

Banknotes come in denominations of 50, 20, 10 and 5 dinars. Dinar is subdivided into 1000 millimes. Coins come in denominations of 5, 2, 1 and ½ dinars and 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 millimes.

Tipping is usually not expected in Tunisia. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.

Automatic teller machines (local names: الصرف الآلي, Distributeur automatique de billets (DAB) or ATM) are common in Tunisia. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Tunisia is on average 3.1 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Tunisia is low. It is not as easy to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 8.60 TND, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Ooredoo, Orange or Tunisie Telecom.

Tunisia uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Tunisia upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Tunisia, dial +, then 216 (the country code for Tunisia), then the area code and the local number.

Homosexual practices are illegal in Tunisia. Punishment includes imprisonment and a fine.

Same-sex marriage is illegal.

No vaccinations are required to enter this country. The vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for the traveler’s protection.