Tax: up to 25%
Duties: up to 30%
Restricted Items: Portable Technology, Second-hand Goods Prohibited, and Refurbished Goods
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 11 - 12 weeks
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Arabic
In contrast to many countries, Tunisia imposes specific restrictions on portable technologies such as laptops and cell phones, necessitating the use of specific import terms. To smoothly navigate the customs clearance process in Tunisia, it’s essential to have an experienced Importer of Record (IOR) who comprehends the country’s import compliance requirements.
Similarly, Tunisia, like several other nations, places restrictions on refurbished goods, often prohibiting second-hand items altogether. TecEx’s product compliance experts ensure that your shipment meets all the essential requirements, preventing costly delays and ensuring timely delivery.
While the EU and Tunisia have established a free trade area through their Association Agreement, enabling tariff-free trade in industrial products, having an IOR remains crucial to ensure successful customs clearance.
Tunisia’s trade landscape is also shaped by its convenient geographic location bordering Algeria, Libya as well as by Malta, Italy and the Mediterranean Sea.
In contrast to many countries, Tunisia imposes specific restrictions on portable technologies such as laptops and cell phones, necessitating the use of specific import terms. To smoothly navigate the customs clearance process in Tunisia, it’s essential to have an experienced Importer of Record (IOR) who comprehends the country’s import compliance requirements.
Similarly, Tunisia, like several other nations, places restrictions on refurbished goods, often prohibiting second-hand items altogether. TecEx’s product compliance experts ensure that your shipment meets all the essential requirements, preventing costly delays and ensuring timely delivery.
While the EU and Tunisia have established a free trade area through their Association Agreement, enabling tariff-free trade in industrial products, having an IOR remains crucial to ensure successful customs clearance.
Tunisia’s trade landscape is also shaped by its convenient geographic location bordering Algeria, Libya as well as by Malta, Italy and the Mediterranean Sea.
How TecEx Can Help You Import into Tunisia
With our tailored Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution, TecEx is your ideal choice as an IOR. Operating under DDP incoterms, we seamlessly manage the entire process on your behalf – from pre-compliance to customs clearance and final mile delivery to any location in Tunisia.
Tunisia’s strategic location, positioned at the crossroads of the Mediterranean’s eastern and western basins and just 140 km from Europe, renders it an enticing nearshoring hub for businesses in Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
Tunisia stands out as one of Africa’s most advanced countries in the IT sector. The country hosts three ICT-focused technoparks and 18 cyberparks, entirely dedicated to training and research. These initiatives align with the government’s ambition to establish Tunisia as a global leader in digital technology by fostering a network of top-tier innovative companies.
For all your importing and exporting needs to and from Tunisia, TecEx stands as your trusted Importer of Record (IOR) partner. Our comprehensive knowledge of Tunisian customs requirements and regulations enables us to ensure efficient first-time customs clearance for your goods at this destination and other destinations around Africa.
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