Tunisia•AfricaLong-Stay Work Visa (Visa D)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-84 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Tied to employment contract
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
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 nationals employed by Tunisian employers. Requires valid job offer and work permit approval. Allows stays exceeding 90 days for employment purposes.
The Long-Stay Work Visa (Visa D) is designed for foreign nationals seeking employment in Tunisia. This visa allows stays exceeding 90 days tied to the duration of employment.
The process involves employer application for a work permit with the Ministry of Social Affairs, followed by applicant application for the long-stay visa at a Tunisian embassy or consulate. Upon arrival in Tunisia, workers must register their residence and apply for a temporary residence permit (Carte de Séjour).
Annual Visa Allocation
40,250 visas per year
The annual quota applies to foreign workers entering for employment in non-high-skilled occupations; once reached, additional restrictions apply.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
11,088 EUR
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity with blank pages
Passport photocopy
Copy of passport information page
Passport photograph
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Completed visa application form
Signed by applicant
Employment contract
Original or certified copy of employment contract with Tunisian employer
Work permit approval
Approved work permit from Ministry of Social Affairs
Employment letter
Letter from employer confirming position, salary, and job description
Educational credentials
Diplomas and certificates relevant to position
OptionalMedical certificate
Health examination if requested by authorities
OptionalHealth insurance
Proof of health insurance coverage in Tunisia
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or housing arrangement in Tunisia
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Proof of employer's business registration in Tunisia
Financial statements
Company financial documents demonstrating solvency
Job description
Detailed job description and responsibility outline
Labor market testing
Evidence that position was advertised locally and no qualified Tunisian candidates available
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Advantages
- Enables legal employment in Tunisia
- Tied to employment provides stability
- Pathway to residency through renewals
- Can include dependents
Considerations
- Requires prior work permit approval (4-12 weeks)
- Employer-dependent and non-transferable
- Long processing times overall
- Requires labor market testing by employer
Application Process
Secure employment offer
Obtain valid job offer from Tunisian employer
Employer applies for work permit
Employer submits work permit application to Ministry of Social Affairs
Work permit approval
Ministry of Social Affairs approves work permit (typically 4-12 weeks)
Apply for long-stay visa
Apply for Visa D at Tunisian embassy or consulate with approved work permit
Submit documents
Submit visa application with employment contract and work permit approval
Pay visa fee
Pay visa application fee
Visa approval
Receive long-stay work visa
Travel to Tunisia
Enter Tunisia with long-stay work visa
Register residence
Register residence with local authorities (Bürgeramt equivalent)
Apply for residence permit
Apply for Carte de Séjour (residence card) at local police station
Application Forms
Work Permit Application Form
Long-Stay Visa Application Form
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