Up to 400 cigarettes (or 100 cigars), 2 liters of alcoholic beverages with a strength of up to 23%, or 1 liter of alcoholic beverages of a higher strength can be imported into Tunisia without duty. Valuables and jewelry must be indicated in the declaration.
There are no restrictions on the import of foreign currency, however, in case of exporting foreign currency from the country in an amount equivalent to more than 700 US dollars, you must present a permit. This document can be a special currency declaration filled out by the tourist and certified by the Tunisian customs service upon entry.
The import and export of national currency, explosive substances and weapons, drugs, medicines containing a large dose of narcotic substances, pornographic publications is prohibited.
When exporting purchased antiquities from the country – coins, oil lamps, etc., as well as handmade carpets, certain questions from the competent state authorities are possible.
In order to avoid the detention of these items at customs, we recommend that you have a receipt confirming the purchase and an export permit with you.
Time is two hours behind Moscow time.
Mains voltage 220 V., alternating current.
According to Best-Medical-Schools, the monetary unit of Tunisia is the dinar. The exchange rate is unstable, it is better to import money in US dollars or euros, however, free circulation of foreign currency in Tunisia is prohibited, and illegal foreign exchange transactions are prosecuted. In this regard, it is recommended to exchange currency only at special points at banks or at your hotel at the Reception Desk. It is desirable to have a certain number of small denominations. Banks are open from 08.00 to 14.00 in summer and from 08.00 to 16.00 in winter on weekdays without breaks.
Shops are open in the low season from 9.00 to 19.00 (break 12.00 to 15.00), in the summer season from 8.00 to 20.00 (break from 12.00 to 16.00), some supermarkets are open around the clock. During Ramadan, the opening hours change: from 9.00 to 13.00 and from 19.00 to 21.00 daily. In Tunisia, many goods, including well-known brands, are cheaper than, for example, in Russia. You can buy high-quality leather goods and clothes, textiles, shoes at good prices. There are tax-free zones. Locally produced goods are also in demand among tourists – woolen carpets, pottery, copper chasing, blown glass, etc. In the central squares of many Tunisian cities, very picturesque markets are organized every week,
Bus service is developed in Tunisia, the country is covered with a network of bus routes, and you can get to any city by bus. Both within cities and between them, you can travel by taxi – this type of transport is quite cheap. There are city and intercity taxi cars. City taxis are easily distinguished by their yellow color. Intercity taxis (large taxis) – operate on a meter. In addition, there is a shuttle intercity taxi, where the fare is negotiated with the driver.
Any tourist over the age of 21, if their driving experience is at least a year and they have a driver’s license, can rent a car. The maximum speed of movement within the city is 50 km / h, on highways – 110 km / h.
All types of telephone communication in Tunisia are paid. Access to international communication (Russia) – (007), then dial the area code and phone number. You can use both the hotel telephone and pay phones (blue), there are also call centers at post offices.
Tipping is not required, but everyone will be happy with a small tip. With good service, you can add 5-10% of the bill. It is believed that bus drivers, taxi drivers, porters, tour guides deserve encouragement if the client was satisfied with the service.
If you are on medication, we recommend that you take them with you. Create a first aid kit that will help you with minor ailments, save time looking for medicines and relieve the problems of communicating in a foreign language. In addition, many medicines have other names abroad. In the summer season, it is desirable to have sunglasses and skin care creams with digital designations. The higher the number, the higher the level of protection. Do not neglect hats, being in the sun for a long time.
Practice good personal hygiene and reasonable precautions for occasional eating places. For the purpose of prevention, one should refrain from drinking in public places: unboiled water and freshly squeezed juices; fresh vegetable and fruit salads; fruits unpeeled before consumption; ice cream; confectionery with fruit filling; food ice. In all cases of signs of illness, immediately seek medical help (the necessary information is contained in the text of the insurance policy).
Be careful and vigilant while traveling, as tourist centers in all countries attract the attention of scammers and pickpockets. The danger for tourists on the streets is posed by motorcyclists tearing off bags, so we recommend carrying bags over your shoulder. Keep money and documents so that they do not become their prey. High-risk places include railway stations, gas stations, markets. Be careful and do not leave things unattended by yourself or a trusted person, especially in public transport and when transferring. When leaving the bus at stops, including during excursions, do not leave hand luggage in it, especially valuables and money.
