ItalyTunisia: Visa-free

ItalyTunisia

Do Italy passport holders need a visa for Tunisia?

Visa-free

No. Italy passport holders do not need a visa to visit Tunisia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: aeroportdetunis.com (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance600 km, straight line (~1h 12m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Tunisia137 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Tunisia passport holders visiting Italy: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Italy passport holders need a visa for Tunisia?

No. Italy passport holders do not need a visa to visit Tunisia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Italy citizens stay in Tunisia without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Tunisia from Italy?

About 600 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 12m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Tunisia?

Tunisian dinar (TND).

What is the emergency number in Tunisia?

190 / 193 / 197 / 198.

What time zone is Tunisia in?

Tunis (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Tunis?

Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Tunisia without a visa?

137 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Tunisia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Italy

Italy, officially the Italian Republic, is a country in Southern and Western Europe. It consists of a peninsula, which extends into the Mediterranean Sea, with the Alps on its northern land border, as well as nearly 800 islands, notably Sicily and Sardinia. Italy shares land borders with France to the west; Switzerland and Austria to the north; Slovenia to the east; and the two enclaves of Vatican City and San Marino. It is the tenth-largest country in Europe by area, covering 301,340 km2 (116,350 sq mi), and the third-most populous member state of the European Union, with nearly 59 million inhabitants. Rome is the capital of Italy; other major cities include Milan, Naples, Turin, Palermo, Bologna, Florence, Genoa, Bari, and Venice.

CapitalRome

RegionSouthern Europe

Population58.9M

Area301,336 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesItalian

Calling code+39

Drives on theright

TimezoneRome (UTC+2)

Nearest airportCiampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), 14 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 115 / 118

UNESCO sites73

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$43,309 (2025)

Tourist arrivals38.4M (2020)

Climate in Rome

Warmest August, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Rome, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	13.1°C	3.2°C	29mm	251h
February	15.6°C	5.6°C	20mm	268h
March	16.2°C	6.2°C	82mm	288h
April	19.9°C	8.7°C	69mm	318h
May	25.3°C	13.9°C	34mm	379h
June	26.9°C	16.1°C	72mm	398h
July	32.8°C	20°C	11mm	434h
August	33.2°C	21.5°C	52mm	389h
September	27.9°C	17.1°C	103mm	325h
October	20°C	11.5°C	155mm	283h
November	17.8°C	8.9°C	59mm	244h
December	13.3°C	5.7°C	202mm	196h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Italy was once the core of the mighty Roman Empire, and the cradle of the Renaissance. Along with Greece, it is regarded as the "birthplace" of Western culture, and it is also home to the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, including high art and monuments.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

18th-Century Royal Palace at Caserta with the Park, the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli, and the San Leucio Complex
Aeolian Islands
Amalfi Coast
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalú and Monreale
Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia
Archaeological Areas of Pompei, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata
Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco and Other Franciscan Sites
Castel del Monte
Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Tutti i Santi

December 8, 2026Immacolata Concezione

December 25, 2026Natale

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About Tunisia

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. Tunisia also shares maritime borders with Italy through the islands of Sicily and Sardinia to the north and Malta to the east. It features the archaeological sites of Carthage dating back to the 9th century BC, as well as the Great Mosque of Kairouan. Known for its ancient architecture, souks, and blue coasts, it covers 163,610 km2 (63,170 sq mi), and has a population of 12.1 million. It contains the eastern end of the Atlas Mountains and the northern reaches of the Sahara desert; much of its remaining territory is arable land. Its 1,300 km (810 mi) of coastline includes the African conjunction of the western and eastern parts of the Mediterranean Basin. Tunisia is home to Africa's northernmost point, Cape Angela. Located on the northeastern coast, Tunis is the capital of the country, which is itself named after Tunis. The official language of Tunisia is Arabic. The vast majority of Tunisia's population is Arab and Muslim. Vernacular Tunisian Arabic is the most spoken language, and French serves as an administrative and educational language in some contexts, but has no official status.

CapitalTunis

RegionNorthern Africa

Population12.3M

Area163,610 km²

CurrencyTunisian dinar (1 USD ≈ 2.99 TND)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+216

Drives on theright

TimezoneTunis (UTC+1)

Nearest airportTunis Carthage International Airport (TUN), 7 km

Emergency number190 / 193 / 197 / 198

UNESCO sites10

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,657 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2M (2020)

Travel guide

The Republic of Tunisia, is a country in North Africa bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Tourist infrastructure is well developed, and there are several ways to enjoy the loveliness of Tunisia, including spending time on the gorgeous Mediterranean beaches, viewing its ancient ruins, living its thriving desert culture, or sampling its delicious cuisine.

Upcoming public holidays

December 17, 2026عيد الثورة

January 1, 2027رأس السنة الميلادية

March 20, 2027عيد الاستقلال

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