Tunisia
VERIFIED · MAY 202620 ENTRIESAFRICA
Tunisia is in Africa. Review the laws below before your trip — every entry has a source link, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
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Drug penalties are strict. Photography of military and government installations is restricted. Cannabis (Zatla) prosecutions remain common.
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Cannabis possession · Same-sex relations
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3 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- 'CBD products' from Europe are not automatically legal — customs has seized them.
- Same-sex relations remain criminalized despite Tunisia's reputation as relatively liberal.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Law 52 cannabis penalties were partially softened in 2017 but possession remains criminal.
- Border zones near Libya and Algeria have restricted access.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.