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Time
GMT+1: during winter time in Europe
GMT : during summer time in Europe.
 
Electricity
Electrical current is 210-230 volts, 50-60Hz. Round European-style, two-pin plugs are used.
 
Language
The overwhelming majority speak Arabic and French. English is taught in all schools and is increasingly spoken especially by younger people. German, Spanish and Italian are also spoken by some people.
 
Health
No vaccinations are recommended for Tunisia and no serious health risks exist, but all travelers are required to show a yellow fever certificate if coming from an infected area. Travelers' diarrhea and other parasitic infections may be contracted, but is unlikely in the modern seaside resorts. Visitors traveling outside these resorts should ensure they drink only boiled, purified water and eat well-cooked food. All medical expenses must be paid for immediately after treatment in Tunisia, and costs can be quite high. The availability of medication is limited. Visitors should bring adequate supplies of their own medication. Health insurance is highly recommended.
 
Tipping
Tipping is not a requirement but appreciated for good service in local establishments. Most people performing a useful service will wait to be tipped. Waiters in resort and hotel restaurants expect a tip of around 10%. Safety: Visitors should be vigilant and keep a check on official travel advice. There is little violent crime, but petty theft and pick pocketing does occur. An increase in bag snatching has been noted in tourist areas and visitors are advised to keep bags close at all times.
 
Safety
Visitors should be vigilant and keep a check on official travel advice. There is little violent crime, but petty theft and pick pocketing does occur. An increase in bag snatching has been noted in tourist areas and visitors are advised to keep bags close at all times.
 
Customs
Tunisia is a Muslim country and visitors should respect the local sensibilities, especially during the month of Ramadan and at Muslim sites and mosques, where conservative dress is required . Visitors and women in particular, should dress modestly outside of the beach resorts.
 
Business
Tunisians like to get to know the person with whom they will be doing business and negotiations tend to be prolonged and very sociable occasions. As with other Arab countries, one is expected to dress conservatively and formally in Tunisia. French is the common language of business and interpreters will be necessary otherwise. A firm handshake is the accepted form of greeting and the Arabic 'Salaam Aleikum' works better than a simple 'Hello.' Business hours are generally 8am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
 
Communications
The international dialing code for Tunisia is +216. The outgoing international code is 00, followed by the relevant country code. City/area codes are in use, e.g. 71 for Tunis. There is widespread Internet coverage with Internet cafés in the main cities and towns.
 
Duty Free
Travelers to Tunisia do not have to pay duty on the following items : 200 cigarettes, or 50 cigars, or 400g of tobacco; 1 litre of alcohol; a reasonable amount of perfume;