Can I retire in Tunisia? What are the conditions?

Peut-on prendre sa retraite en Tunisie? Quelles sont les conditions?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-08 EN FR

Short Answer

Popular retirement destination: low cost of living (€800-1200/month comfortably), mild climate, modern healthcare. Residence permit for retirees: proof of pension + health insurance. Tax: flat 80% deduction on foreign pension (effective rate ~5%). Property purchase allowed. Dual tax treaties with France, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Canada.

Version francaise

Destination retraite populaire : cout de vie bas (800-1200€/mois confort), climat doux, sante moderne. Titre de sejour retraite : justificatif pension + assurance. Fiscalite : abattement 80% sur pension etrangere (taux effectif ~5%).

Sources & Evidence

Tunisia's population is 12.46 million

La population de la Tunisie est de 12,46 millions d'habitants

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INS Tunisia, Recensement 2024 2024-01-01 — 2025-12-31 12460000 habitants

Limitations & Caveats

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

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-08
Expires2026-09-30
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
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