Residence & citizenship
Tunisian Citizenship by naturalisation
Acquisition of Tunisian nationality by naturalisation after a qualifying period of residence, or through marriage to a Tunisian national.
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The residence and marriage qualifying periods, language and other conditions, and the dual-nationality position are drawn from third-party sources; verify each figure and rule against the Code of Tunisian Nationality before publication.
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
- Naturalisation under the Code of Tunisian Nationality
- Route type
- Citizenship / naturalisation
- General residence condition
- A continuous period of legal residence
- Commonly reported as five years; the exact statutory period and exemptions must be confirmed from the Code of Tunisian Nationality.
- Dual nationality
- Reported as permitted
- Confirm against official Tunisian law before relying on this.
Who it is for
- Long-term legal residents of Tunisia seeking nationality
- Foreign spouses of Tunisian nationals meeting the applicable conditions
- Persons with a prior Tunisian nationality link or exceptional service, who may benefit from special provisions
Requirements
- The qualifying period of continuous legal residence (or an applicable exemption)
- Good character and no serious criminal record
- Integration conditions such as knowledge of the language
- Ability to support oneself without reliance on public assistance
How to apply
- Prepare the application under the Code of Tunisian Nationality with the required civil-status and residence documents
- Submit to the competent Tunisian authorities for decision
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.