Basic Travel Requirements for Malagasys visiting
Tunisia
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Tunisian Visa.
- A Madagascar passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in a grey background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Tunisia Visa for Malagasys
Facts about Tunisia
Tunisia is an ancient city known for its beaches which offers a host of activities such as surfing, watersports, etc. These beaches are prime destinations for tourists who expect to have a great time in the country. The country is also notable for its ancient artifacts and museums which houses a huge part of the country’s history.
The tourism industry in Tunisia is one of the most important industries in the country as it is responsible for 8% of the country’s GDP. The country pays special attention to tourism. In 2018, the number of tourists in the country was 6.73 million. This is number is an increase of 23 percent from the previous year.
Antiquities can’t be carried out of the country without seeking permission from Customs authorities.
Types of Tunisia Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 5 business days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 5 business days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Tunisia Visa
- A Madagascar passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in a grey background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Tunisia Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Visitors intending to travel to Tunisia for tourism or leisure must apply for the Tunisian tourist visa.
- This visa is valid for 90 days and it’s not extendable.
- The import of Tunisian currency is prohibited. Visitors must declare cash brought into Tunisia in excess of TND 10,000.
- Visitors must declare amounts above TND 5,000 if they wish to export that amount upon departure.
- Typhoid and Hepatitis A are two vaccinations that are strongly recommended when traveling to Tunisia.
- Travelers must also be up to date with their polio and tetanus vaccines. Luckily Tunisia is malaria-free.
- Violent crime is quite rare in Tunisia but getting harassed by “guides” and petty theft is fairly common in the tourist areas and souks.
- Tunisia is an Islamic country so be modest with your clothing. In the major tourist areas and the capital Tunis, the dress is quite modern and only half the women wear headscarves but you won’t see too many short skirts, shorts or tank tops. Wear a bikini or swimsuit only at a pool or on a beach.
- The Tunisian National Guard encourages persons traveling into the desert to register their travel beforehand.
- No special authorization is required to travel to the desert as far south as Remada.
- The desert south of Remada is designated as a military zone by the Government of Tunisia. If travelers wish to enter the military zone, for example, to travel to Borma, a special authorization is required. The Department of State advises visitors against travel to this area.
- You may be taken in for questioning if you don’t have your passport with you or if you take pictures of certain buildings. It is against Tunisian law to photograph government offices and other security facilities.
Tunisia Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Citizens of Madagascar applying for a Tunisia business visa have the intention of engaging in business activities while they are in Tunisia.
- Business travelers can sign and negotiate business contracts with their partner companies in the country.
- Holders of this visa can attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits while they are in the country.
- If you will be attending a conference in the country, you are required to have registered before traveling. Proof of registration for the conference will be asked during the visa processing.
- A letter of invitation from the company you are visiting in Tunisia should be provided. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and should state the company’s address, the purpose of your visit and the duration of your visit.
- A letter from your employer in Madagascar is also required. The letter should state your job position, the term of your contract, and how long you have been employed.
- A certificate of business registration of your business partner in Tunisia is required.
- If you have been involved in business dealings with the company previously, proof of this should be provided.
- You cannot receive payment for the services you render during your time in the country.
- If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of your birth certificate is required. It should be accompanied by a notarized letter of consent signed by both their parents.
Tunisia Visa Fees
Tourist visa
451.04 (TND)
Business visa
451.04 (TND)
Tunisia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Madagascar
Antananarivo
Tunisian Honorary Consulate in Antananarivo, Madagascar — 28 bis, Avenue de Nations Unies B.P. 984 Antananarivo 101 Madagascar
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(+261) 211 258 810 / 1