Family visas
Tunisian Family residence (spouse and dependants)
Residence for the foreign spouse and dependants of a Tunisian national or a legally resident foreigner.
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The precise documentary requirements, permit validity and any qualifying periods for family residence are not confirmed from an official source and must be verified.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Tunisia government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Family / spouse residence permit (carte de séjour)
- Route type
- Family-based residence
- Sponsor
- Tunisian national or legally resident foreigner
Who it is for
- Foreign spouses of Tunisian citizens
- Spouses and dependent children of foreigners legally resident in Tunisia
Requirements
- Evidence of the family relationship (marriage or birth certificates, legalised as required)
- The sponsor's Tunisian nationality or valid residence status
- Valid passport and proof of accommodation
- Long-stay visa where the applicant's nationality requires one
How to apply
- Where a visa is required, apply for a long-stay visa at a Tunisian diplomatic mission
- After arrival, apply for the family residence permit at the local authorities / Ministry of the Interior
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.