Republic of Tunisia — Ministry of Finance
Tunisian Customs
Individuals

Prohibitions and restrictions

What you cannot import or export, and items that require a special authorization before crossing the border.

Prohibited for import11 categories It is absolutely forbidden to introduce these goods and effects into Tunisian territory. The Tunisian DinarWeapons other than authorized hunting weaponsExplosivesNarcotics and psychotropic productsCounterfeitsSecond-hand clothing storesPalm trees, palm branches and their derivativesHennaDangerous dogs: Pit-bull, Rottweiler, Tosa, MastiffAny product that violates public morals, health or safetyAny product that compromises state security

Forbidden for export9 categories It is absolutely forbidden to take these goods and effects out of Tunisian territory. The Tunisian DinarWorks of art and antiquesWeapons other than authorized hunting weaponsExplosivesNarcoticsCounterfeitsEndangered animals and plants (CITES): sea turtle, chameleon...Any product that violates public morals, health or safetyAny product that compromises state security

Subject to special authorization5 categories These items may cross the border with an authorization issued by the competent authority. Fixed and mobile telephones, satellite receiversMinistry of Communications TechnologiesPlants and animalsMinistry of Agriculture and Water ResourcesShotgunsMinistry of Interior and Local DevelopmentMeasuring and weighing instrumentsInstitute of Legal MetrologyUsed engines and spare parts (cars, motorcycles)Ministry of Trade and Handicrafts In case of doubt regarding goods, contactCustoms Contact Centrebefore your trip or operation.

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