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Tunis, Tunisia
2 laws, restrictions, and customs in Tunis that travellers often break without knowing — and the fines or consequences that follow.
Coastal resort areas are relaxed. Inland cities like Kairouan (a holy city) require covered shoulders and knees. Mosques require modest dress and women must cover their hair.
Homosexuality is illegal in Tunisia under Article 230, punishable by up to 3 years imprisonment. Police have used medical examinations to prosecute under this law.
