Is It Safe to Travel to Tunisia in 2026?
Tunisia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
Tunisia, officially the Republic of Tunisia, is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. It is bordered by Algeria to the west and southwest, Libya to the southeast, and the Mediterranean Sea to the north and east.
Is It Safe to Travel to Tunisia in 2026?
Tunisia is currently rated Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution by the U.S. Department of State. Exercise increased caution in Tunisia due to terrorism, crime, and unrest. There is a country-wide state of emergency in effect, giving security forces more authority to maintain civil order.
Key concerns cited in the advisory:
- terrorism
- crime
- civil_unrest
The overall security situation has been worsening recently. Contributing factors: There is a country-wide state of emergency in effect, giving security forces more authority to maintain civil order., Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Tunisia..
Active restrictions in Tunisia:
- Security escort may be required
U.S. government employees must not travel within 16 km of the Algerian border without prior coordination with the Tunisian government.
Note: A state of emergency is currently declared in Tunisia or parts of Tunisia. Check the latest reports before finalizing travel plans.
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers face significant risks from petty crime, particularly in tourist areas, and should remain vigilant about their surroundings to avoid opportunistic theft.
Business travelers may encounter disruptions due to civil unrest and should be cautious in their movements, especially near the borders with Algeria and Libya where security is heightened.
Families with children face risks from limited healthcare access and potential exposure to civil unrest, making travel planning essential to ensure safety and health provisions.
Remote workers may find suitable environments in urban areas with decent connectivity, but should avoid border regions and areas with high unrest for safety.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Tunisia.
Regional Safety Breakdown
Do Not Travel Zones
The U.S. State Department advises against all travel to the following areas due to extreme risk:
- Border with Algeria
- Border with Libya
- Mount Chaambi National Park
- Mount Salloum
- Mount Sammamma
- Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate
- Mount Orbata area in Gafsa governorate
- Desert South of Remada
▶Level 4 — Do Not Travel8 regions
▶Border with Algeria
Do Not Travel within 16 km of the Algerian border due to terrorism, except for the cities of Tabarka and Ain Draham.
▶Border with Libya
Do Not Travel within 16 km of the Libyan border due to terrorism.
▶Desert South of Remada
Do not travel to the Desert South of Remada, as it is a military zone.
▶Mount Chaambi National Park
Do Not Travel to Mount Chaambi National Park due to terrorism.
▶Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate
Do Not Travel to Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate due to terrorism.
▶Mount Orbata area in Gafsa governorate
Do Not Travel to Orbata Mountains in Gafsa due to terrorism.
▶Mount Salloum
Do Not Travel to Mount Salloum due to terrorism.
▶Mount Sammamma
Do Not Travel to Mount Sammamma due to terrorism.
Tunisia has 8 distinct regions with varying advisory levels. Risk conditions differ significantly by area.
▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Tunisia has an overall threat severity of 4.5 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 5.0/10, terrorism risk 6.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Partly Free — scored 51/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Tunisian Dinar (TND)
Language
Arabic
Notable restrictions:
- drug possession illegal including medical marijuana
- e-cigarettes prohibited
Vaccinations
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
Common Questions About Traveling to Tunisia
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More Tunisia Data
Partly Free — 51/100 on the Freedom House index.
Governance indicators including rule of law, corruption control, and regulatory quality.
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