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Do French citizens need a visa for Tunisia?

Last checked 27 October 20265 sourcesTunis · TND

Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.

Visa-freestamp on entry

No. French citizens can visit Tunisia without a visa for tourism, for up to 90 days.

At a glance

Visa required
No
Type
Visa-free
Fee
None
Stay
Up to 90 days
Yellow fever
If arriving from a risk country
Arrive at
TUN · DJE · MIR · NBE

Entering Tunisia without a visa

  1. Check that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after arrival and has a blank page for the entry stamp.
  2. Carry proof of onward travel and your accommodation address, as border officers may ask for them.
  3. Get your entry stamp at passport control (up to 90 days).

Most African countries treat all EU passports the same way, but some do not (Mozambique and Rwanda, for example). This page uses the rule for France.

Health requirements

Yellow fever. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

Malaria. There is little or no malaria risk.

Book a travel clinic visit 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, including yellow fever, must be given at least 10 days before you arrive.

Travel advice for French travellers

Your own government publishes safety advice and emergency contacts for Tunisia. Check it before you book and register your trip if your country offers that service: France Diplomatie (conseils aux voyageurs).

More entry rules for your passport: all 54 countries, visa-free countries, eVisa countries and visa on arrival countries.

On arrival in Tunisia

Capital
Tunis
Currency
Tunisian dinar (TND)
Languages
Arabic, French
Plugs
Type C, E
Best time
April to June and September to October
Airports
Tunis (TUN), Djerba (DJE), Monastir (MIR), Enfidha (NBE)

Full Tunisia travel requirements →

Frequently asked questions

Do French citizens need a visa for Tunisia?

No. French citizens can visit Tunisia without a visa for tourism, for up to 90 days.

How long can French citizens stay in Tunisia?

Up to 90 days for tourism. Overstaying can lead to fines and future entry bans.

Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Tunisia?

A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

How much does the Tunisia visa cost for French passport holders?

There is no visa fee for tourist stays.

Which airports do flights to Tunisia arrive at?

Most international flights land at Tunis (TUN), Djerba (DJE), Monastir (MIR), Enfidha (NBE).

Sources

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Tunisia visa rules for other passports

French visa rules for nearby countries