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Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa to visit TN?

Q: How long can I stay in Tunisia without a visa?

Up to 90 days (3 months). The Hong Kong Immigration Department lists Tunisia as granting visa-free access for a stay of up to 3 months.

Q: Is there an e-visa or visa-on-arrival for Tunisia?

You do not need one for a short tourist visit, because entry is visa-free. Online e-visa options exist mainly for nationalities that require a visa or for longer stays.

Q: What documents do I need at the Tunisian border?

A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter), and evidence of sufficient funds. Some travelers have been refused entry for lacking accommodation proof.

Q: Are there any fees on arrival?

There is no visa fee, but hotels collect a per-night lodging tax (about TND 8 for 3-star and TND 12 for 4-5 star, capped at 10 nights), and a small stamp duty may apply when importing foreign currency.

Q: Does ETIAS or the Schengen rule apply to Tunisia?

No. Tunisia is a North African country and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither ETIAS nor the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule applies.

HK ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourist visits to Tunisia. You can enter visa-free and stay for up to 90 days. Holders of the Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport enjoy visa-free entry to Tunisia for tourism and short visits. The Hong Kong Immigration Department officially lists Tunisia as granting visa-free access for a stay of up to 3 months (90 days), and the UK FCDO travel advice confirms visitors may stay without a visa for up to 90 days. No advance application, e-visa, or visa-on-arrival is required for a short tourist stay. Tunisia is in North Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. At immigration you should be prepared to show a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation (a confirmed hotel booking or an invitation letter from a host), and evidence of sufficient funds. A small number of travelers have been delayed or refused entry for failing to provide accommodation proof, so carry it. There is no visa fee, but a per-night lodging (tourist) tax is collected by hotels on arrival, and a small currency stamp duty may apply when importing foreign cash.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (3 months)

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within the visa-free allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

No visa fee (lodging tax payable at hotels)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - granted on arrival at the border

standard track

Validity

Passport valid for the full duration of stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport validity

Ensure your HK SAR ordinary passport is valid for the entire duration of your stay in Tunisia. Many carriers and officials prefer 6 months of validity, so renew early if it is close to expiry.

· Before booking· HK SAR passport

/02

Book return/onward travel and accommodation

Reserve a return or onward ticket and confirm your hotel booking. Tunisian immigration may ask to see proof of where you are staying for the full trip.

· Return ticket· Hotel confirmation

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Gather evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and, if staying with a host, an invitation letter showing the host's name, address, purpose and dates of your visit.

· Proof of funds· Invitation letter (if applicable)

/04

Arrive and clear immigration

On arrival at a Tunisian airport or port, present your passport for the visa-free entry stamp. Ensure the officer stamps your passport, as the entry stamp is your proof of legal entry.

· On arrival· Get the stamp

/05

Pay the lodging tax at your hotel

Your accommodation will collect a per-night tourist/lodging tax on check-in. There is no visa fee, but budget for this small charge (capped at 10 nights).

· At hotel· Tourist tax

/06

Track your 90-day limit

Do not exceed the 90-day visa-free stay. Overstaying incurs fines payable on departure. Apply to local authorities in advance if you need to extend.

· Max 90 days· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

HK SAR ordinary passport valid for the full duration of stay (6 months recommended)

required

Return or onward flight ticket

required

Confirmed hotel booking or host invitation letter as proof of accommodation

required

Evidence of sufficient funds for the trip

recommended

Passport with at least one blank page for the entry stamp

required

Cash for the per-night hotel lodging tax

recommended

Travel/medical insurance covering your stay

recommended

Photocopy or digital scan of passport and bookings

recommended

Contact details / address while in Tunisia

recommended

Declaration of foreign currency on entry if carrying large sums

optional

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist / entry visa feeTND 0No visa is required for a stay of up to 90 days, so no visa fee applies

Hotel lodging tax (3-star)TND 8 per nightCollected by accommodation on arrival, charged for a maximum of 10 nights

Hotel lodging tax (4-5 star)TND 12 per nightCollected by accommodation on arrival, charged for a maximum of 10 nights

Foreign currency import stamp dutyTND 10Stamp duty may apply when bringing foreign currency into Tunisia

Total estimate0 — TND 130 (lodging tax for a longer stay plus currency stamp duty)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at the border

No prior application needed. Entry is granted and stamped at the port of entry after document checks.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visa-free agreement / unilateral access

Tunisia grants HK SAR passport holders visa-free entry, officially confirmed by the Hong Kong Immigration Department's visa-free access list.

High

/02

Short tourist stay within 90 days

The visa-free channel covers tourism and short visits up to 90 days; longer or non-tourist stays require a visa.

High

/03

Not part of the Schengen area

Tunisia is in North Africa and is not a Schengen state, so ETIAS and the Schengen 90/180 rule do not apply.

Medium

/04

Document checks at the border

Entry is conditional on showing proof of accommodation, onward travel and funds; some travelers have been delayed or refused for missing these.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

HK to Tunisia route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry up to 90 days for HK SAR ordinary passport holders against the Hong Kong Immigration Department visa-free list and UK FCDO travel advice. No visa, e-visa or visa-on-arrival required for short tourist stays.

/09 — The questions