Does Tunisia allow dual nationality?

La Tunisie autorise-t-elle la double nationalite?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-04 EN FR

Short Answer

Yes, Tunisia allows dual nationality. Tunisians can hold citizenship of another country without losing Tunisian nationality. Children born abroad to a Tunisian parent are Tunisian by descent. Registration at consulate required. Military service obligations may apply for dual nationals visiting Tunisia (for males, deferral possible).

Version francaise

Oui, la Tunisie autorise la double nationalite. Les Tunisiens peuvent detenir une autre nationalite sans perdre la nationalite tunisienne. Les enfants nes a l'etranger d'un parent tunisien sont tunisiens. Inscription au consulat requise. Obligations de service militaire possibles pour les binationaux.

Sources & Evidence

The Tunisian diaspora is estimated at 1.7 million people

La diaspora tunisienne est estimee a 1,7 million de personnes

estimate
OTE (Office des Tunisiens a l'Etranger) 2024-01-01 — 2026-12-31 1700000 personnes

Limitations & Caveats

Data reflects latest available official sources. Some figures may have a 6-12 month lag. Estimates are clearly labeled.

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-04
Expires2026-09-30
Refreshquarterly
Confidence high
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
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