Tunisia•AfricaLong-Stay Investment Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-84 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
5 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay visa for foreign investors establishing business operations or making capital investments in Tunisia. Requires demonstrated investment commitment and business plan approval.
The Long-Stay Investment Visa is designed for foreign investors seeking to establish business operations or make capital investments in Tunisia. The program encourages foreign direct investment and provides a pathway to residency.
Investors must demonstrate a minimum capital investment of USD 110,000 (or equivalent in other currencies) and submit a detailed business plan for review by the Ministry of Foreign Investment.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
110,000 USD
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photocopy
Copy of passport information page
Passport photograph
Recent color photo, 35x45mm
Completed visa application form
Signed by applicant
Business plan
Detailed business plan for investment in Tunisia
Investment proof
Bank statements, transfer documents, or property deed showing capital investment (minimum USD 110,000)
Investment approval letter
Official approval from Ministry of Foreign Investment or relevant ministry
Financial statements
Personal or company financial statements demonstrating financial capacity
Tax clearance
Tax clearance certificate from home country
OptionalHealth insurance
Health insurance coverage in Tunisia
Proof of accommodation
Residential property arrangement in Tunisia
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Advantages
- Fast-track to 5-year residency
- Renewable investment program
- Can include family dependents
- Pathway to permanent residency
Considerations
- Significant capital investment required (USD 110,000 minimum)
- Complex approval process with multiple ministries
- Investment must be maintained during visa period
- Longer processing times (4-12 weeks)
Application Process
Develop business plan
Prepare detailed business plan for Tunisian investment or enterprise
Contact investment department
Contact Ministry of Foreign Investment or Investor Support Department
Submit investment proposal
Submit business plan and investment documentation for review
Investment approval
Obtain approval from relevant ministry for investment project
Document capital transfer
Provide evidence of capital investment or real estate purchase in Tunisia
Apply for visa
Apply for long-stay investment visa at Tunisian embassy or consulate
Submit documents
Submit all investment and business documents with visa application
Pay visa fee
Pay visa application fee
Visa approval
Receive long-stay investment visa (typically 5 years)
Travel and setup
Travel to Tunisia and establish business operations
Register business
Register business with Tunisian authorities if required
Apply for residence permit
Apply for residence permit at local authorities
Application Forms
Long-Stay Investment Visa Application Form
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