Tunisians Abroad & Non-Residents
With Complete Confidence, Your Trusted Law Firm Partner in Tunisia
Secure your projects and protect your rights in Tunisia, directly from your country of residence.
Geographical distance should no longer be an obstacle to the success of your projects or the resolution of your legal matters in Tunisia. Do not let distance complicate your legal procedures or jeopardize the protection of your interests.
Entrust your affairs to a dedicated legal professional committed to standing by your side. Whether you are planning an investment, purchasing real estate, facing a complex family or inheritance matter, or encountering legal issues during your return to Tunisia or while on holiday, Maître Sabri Ben Slama places his legal expertise at your service to provide tailored assistance and complete peace of mind.
With responsive support, personalized guidance, and in-depth knowledge of Tunisian law, our firm ensures that your rights and interests are protected wherever you reside.
Why Entrust Your Legal Matters to Ben Slama Law Firm?
- Digital Accessibility: Seamless communication through video conferencing, email, and secure messaging platforms.
- Complete Transparency: Rigorous monitoring and real-time updates on the progress of your legal matters and proceedings.
Legal Security: Uncompromising protection of your rights, interests, and legal position. - Time Efficiency: Full management of your legal and administrative procedures without the need for travel to Tunisia.
Our Areas of Practice for Tunisians Living Abroad
Investment & Real Estate
- Securing Property Acquisitions: Thorough verification of property titles and land registry records before any payment is made, along with tax optimization advice regarding registration fees and related costs.
- Contract Drafting: Preparation and review of preliminary sale agreements, promises to sell, and final conveyancing deeds, ensuring full legal compliance and protection of your interests.
- Investment Projects: Comprehensive legal assistance for establishing businesses and structuring investments in Tunisia.
Succession & Inheritance
- Estate Settlement: Division of real estate and financial assets in accordance with applicable law.
- Termination of Joint Ownership: Resolution of disputes between co-heirs, either amicably or through judicial proceedings when necessary.
- Asset Tracing: Identification and inventory of overlooked or undisclosed family assets.
Family Law & Personal Status
- Divorce Proceedings: Management of divorce cases, including amicable divorce, fault-based divorce, or divorce due to irreconcilable differences.
- Exequatur: Recognition and enforcement in Tunisia of foreign court judgments.
- Child Custody & Alimony: Strong legal representation to protect parental rights and safeguard the best interests of children.
Importation of a Means of Transport Every Ten Years:
Tunisians residing abroad who are planning a definitive return to Tunisia are entitled to import their personal belongings and household effects, as well as one passenger vehicle, a light commercial vehicle (up to 3.5 tons), or a motorcycle. This privilege must be exercised within a maximum period of two years following their definitive return to Tunisia.
Indeed, the beneficiary of this benefit is entitled to choose to import:
- Either a vehicle with full exemption from customs duties, which will be registered under the Tunisian “RS” license plate series.
- Or a vehicle with partial exemption from customs duties, subject to payment of customs duties amounting to 25% or 30% of the vehicle’s value, which will be registered under the standard Tunisian license plate series.
The firm performs its duties in full compliance with the ethical rules and deontological principles governing the legal profession.
Recognized legal expertise, based on experience, rigor, and a perfect command of the law.
Reliable and continuous support, with full commitment to defending our clients’ interests.
Tax Advantages in Tunisia
Tunisian legislation provides certain tax advantages and fiscal privileges for Tunisians living abroad.
As well as for non-residents of foreign nationality. The Ben Slama Law Firm is at your disposal to advise and assist you, and to provide you with the best legal guidance and optimal solutions to benefit from these advantages.
Acquisition of Real Estate by Non-Residents, Regardless of Nationality:
The acquisition of built real estate by non-residents intended for residential use or for the exercise of an economic activity is subject to registration with the tax authorities at a fixed fee of 30 Tunisian dinars per page, regardless of the sale price. The purchase price must be paid in a convertible foreign currency.
The buyer is only required to pay the property transfer tax (CPF), which amounts to 1% of the sale price.
This privilege is granted to all non-resident individuals, regardless of nationality, provided that they have held non-resident status for the two years preceding the signing of the sales contract.
A non-resident, within the meaning of Tunisian tax law, is defined as any individual whose habitual residence is abroad and who has spent at least 183 days, continuously or discontinuously, outside Tunisia during the civil year.
Our law firm will assist you in preparing and submitting a complete file to the tax administration in order to obtain this privilege during the registration process.
Required Conditions:
It is noted that, in order to benefit from this right, the following conditions must be met:
- The beneficiary must be of Tunisian nationality and have reached the age of majority (18 years) on the date of definitive return to Tunisia (this condition does not apply to married Tunisian women).
- The beneficiary must not have already benefited from this regime within the past ten years. Indeed, under the 2024 Finance Law, it is now possible to benefit from this right once every ten years.
- The beneficiary must have resided abroad prior to the date of the last entry into Tunisia for at least two years, without exceeding 120 days spent in Tunisia during each 365-day period.
Who is authorized to drive the imported vehicle?
The persons authorized to drive this vehicle, in addition to the beneficiary, are as follows:
- The beneficiary’s spouse.
- The beneficiary’s ascendants, descendants, and siblings: these individuals are authorized to drive the vehicle subject to prior authorization issued by the customs authorities. This authorization is granted on an annual basis and is renewable each year.
- It should be noted that any person driving the vehicle in the presence of the beneficiary or the beneficiary’s spouse on board does not require prior authorization.
The beneficiary’s spouse may also benefit from the same privilege:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE IMPORT AND EXPORT OF FOREIGN CURRENCY IN TUNISIA:
For the import of foreign currency:
If the amount of foreign currency imported exceeds 20,000 Tunisian dinars, a mandatory customs declaration must be made upon entry or exit.
Failure to declare this amount will result in:
- Confiscation of the undeclared funds
- Preparation of a customs report (official statement/protocol)
- Payment of a fine that may reach up to five times the amount confiscated
For the export of foreign currency:
For non-resident travelers departing Tunisia, any re-export of remaining foreign currency in cash exceeding 5,000 Tunisian dinars and up to 30,000 Tunisian dinars must be supported at exit by a currency import declaration previously completed upon entry into the country and endorsed by customs authorities.
Above 30,000 Tunisian dinars, the re-export of currency must be carried out via bank transfer through an authorized financial institution.
In the absence of such a declaration, the traveler risks:
- Confiscation of the undeclared amount
- Establishment of a customs report (official record)
- Payment of a fine that may reach up to five times the confiscated amount
Importance of the Currency Import Declaration:
It is recommended to complete a currency declaration even if the amount is below 20,000 Tunisian dinars, in order to ensure the smooth re-export of any remaining balance that may exceed 5,000 Tunisian dinars.
The currency import declaration is a crucial document that can help you avoid many inconveniences and legal complications.
Validity of the Currency Import Declaration
It should be noted that the currency import declaration is valid for three months only, starting from the date of entry of the non-resident traveler.
Our firm will provide you with the best legal advice and guide you towards optimal use of the available advantages and privileges.
Seeking advice and assistance from a qualified professional will allow you to save both time and money.
High-quality legal services are the result of an excellent law firm: the better the firm, the better the advice and the quality of the services provided.
Why Choose Maître Sabri Ben Slama Law Firm?
