Driving Tips for Tunisia

Essential guide for tourists and travelers renting a car in Tunisia

Tunisia drives on the right side, like continental Europe. Road signs are in Arabic and French.

50 km/h in cities, 90 km/h on national roads, 110 km/h on highways. Speed cameras are common.

The A1 (Tunis-Sfax) and A3 highways have tolls. Keep some change handy.

Gas stations are common in cities and main roads. Less frequent in the south. Unleaded and diesel available.

Avoid driving at night outside cities. Street lighting is limited and pedestrians/animals may appear.

Priority goes to vehicles already in the roundabout. Be cautious as this rule is not always followed.

In cities, informal parking attendants guide you. A tip of 0.5-1 TND is customary.

The legal blood alcohol limit is 0 g/l. Do not drink and drive.

Mandatory for driver and all passengers. Child seats required for young children.

Prohibited while driving. Use hands-free or wait until you stop to make calls.

Always carry: driving license, rental contract, insurance green card.

Fill out an accident report if possible. Call police (197) and contact us on WhatsApp immediately.

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