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French Embassy & Consulates in Tunisia

  • 2 embassies
  • 1 consulate general

In Tunisia, France has an embassy in Tunis, a consulate general in Tunis and 2 other offices. Tunisian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Map: France’s 4 missions in Tunisia

Map: France’s 4 missions in Tunisia

French Embassy in Tunis

At 2, place de l'Indépendance BP 493, 1000 Tunis, the French embassy represents France towards Tunisia. Its phone number and website are on its page.

French consulates in Tunisia

France also has a consulate general in Tunis; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.

France visa for Tunisian citizens

TunisiaFrance Visa required France visa for citizens of Tunisia

FranceTunisia Visa-free, 90 days Tunisia visa for citizens of France

France visa requirements for citizens of Tunisia

  • Uniform Schengen visa (type C) for France – tourism or private visit
  • Long-stay visa (type D) – study, work, family
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
  • Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Fee: €90
  • 13 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Tunisian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France. From Tunisia, the application is made at the French embassy in Tunis or the consulate in Tunis or through a visa centre appointed by France.

Tunisia’s missions in France

Missions of Tunisia in France (14)

In return, Tunisia has 14 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.

Good to know

France in Tunisia

Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; 4 of them are in Tunisia.

Travel to Tunisia for French citizens

French citizens do not need a visa for Tunisia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. In Tunisia, French citizens can turn to the French embassy for passports and emergency help.

When French missions in Tunisia are closed

French missions in Tunisia close on Tunisia’s public holidays, the next being Revolution Day on Thursday 17 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Independence Day on Saturday 20 March 2027, and usually on some holidays of France, such as Armistice Day (Armistice 1918) on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the French embassy in Tunisia?

The French embassy is in Tunis, at 2, place de l'Indépendance BP 493, 1000 Tunis.

Does France have consulates in Tunisia?

Yes, France has a consulate general in Tunis.

Do Tunisian citizens need a visa for France?

France requires Tunisian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do French citizens need a visa for Tunisia?

French citizens do not need a visa for Tunisia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.

Does Tunisia have an embassy in France?

Yes, Tunisia has its embassy in Paris, along with 13 other missions in France.