Tunisia: Authorities update curfew hours and quarantine rules Aug. 19 to combat COVID-19 and its variants /update 65

Event

Tunisian authorities have updated the nationwide curfew to 00:00-05:00, as of Aug. 19. Additionally, travelers who are not fully vaccinated are required to self-quarantine for a period of 10 days on arrival. Those who present evidence of full vaccination are not required to quarantine. Travelers can self-quarantine at home or in hotels.

Additionally, authorities require all incoming travelers to provide a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before arrival to enter the country. All travelers must also download the E7mi tracking application upon arrival.

Cafes and restaurants must close to sit-in customers by 22:00 daily. All public gatherings and events in closed or open spaces remain banned.

Authorities will likely implement localized restrictions throughout Tunisia, particularly in regions that experience a rise in COVID-19 cases. Authorities could reimpose, extend, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all business appointments and travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Tunisian COVID-19 Country Clarifications (Arabic)
Tunisian Ministry of Health (French)
E7mi Mobile Tracking Application (Arabic)