Tunisia is at Level 2: exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution

in Tunisia due to terrorism, crime, and unrest.  Some areas have increased risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory.

U.S. government employee travel restrictions

U.S. government employees working in Tunisia are not allowed to travel to the following locations without prior coordination with the Tunisian government due to safety risks:

• 16 km of both the Algerian and Libyan border
• Mount Chaambi National Park
• Mount Salloum
• Mount Sammamma
• Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate
• Mount Orbata in Gafsa governorate
• The military zone south of Remada

U.S. citizens in Tunisia are strongly advised to take the same precautions and not travel to these areas for any reason. 

Terrorism

There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Tunisia. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Tunisia. Terrorist groups and individuals may attack, and may do so without warning or a pre-meditated target. There is a country-wide state of emergency in effect. It gives more authority to security forces to maintain civil order. It allows the government to focus on fighting terrorism.

Crime

• Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
• Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching and pickpocketing.
• Violent crime can occur and is more common after dark. Do not walk or drive at night. 

Unrest

There is high risk of violence and armed conflict in the Desert South of Remada. It is a military zone and requires special government permission to enter.  For more information review the section on risks in specific areas.

Do Not Travel to:

• Within 16 km of the Algerian border due to terrorism, except for the cities of Tabarka and Ain Draham.
• Within 16 km of the border with Libya due to terrorism.
• Mount Chaambi National Park, Mount Salloum, Mount Sammamma, and Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate due to terrorism.
• Mount Orbata area in the Gafsa governorate due to terrorism.
• The desert south of Remada as it is a military zone.