I-Passport Index
Africa

Tunisia

Baseline rank
#61 / 116
Baseline score
64.6
Factor scores

How Tunisia performs

Tax

68.5
Strong

On the high side. Taxes here are heavier than in most countries we cover (99th of 123). Worth taking tax advice before you move. Personal income tax 0 - 40%, corporate tax 10 - 40%, VAT 19%.

Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)

Safety

61.1
Moderate

Average safety. Safety here is about average for the countries we cover: Tunisia is 65th of 117.

Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index

Cost of Living

90.7
Very strong

Very affordable. Tunisia is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 18th of 118. Your money goes a long way here.

Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Education

38.0
Weak

Below average. Education here is weaker than in most countries we cover (74th of 120). Families may want to look at international schools.

Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index

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Tax and citizenship

The detail behind the scores

Taxation

Corporate income tax 10 - 40% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned or the nature of the business
Personal income tax 0 - 40% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned
Standard VAT 19%

Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.

Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway

Residence for naturalization
5 years
Language requirement
Yes
Proficiency in Arabic language
Investment Immigration Pathway
Tunisia Investor Residence Card
Official language
Arabic
Tunisian Arabic is the local vernacular
Dual citizenship
Allows dual citizenship
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