How to open a bank account in Tunisia as an expat?
In general, foreign residents in Tunisia are entitled to the following facilities:
- performing debit or credit transactions with third parties
- free access to account management services
- check accounts and other relating services
- subscription to a national bank card
- investment.
As regards related formalities, you are required to produce the following documents:
- your national identity card or your resident certificate
- your latest payslips or other supporting documents
- proof of address.
As regards the deposit, the amount generally varies from one bank to another. Make sure to inquire with the selected bank beforehand.
Some of the biggest banks in Tunisia include:
- Amen Bank
- Banque Internationale Arabe de Tunisie
- Banque Nationale Agricole
- Attijari Bank
- Banque de Tunisie
- Banque Franco Tunisienne
Good to know:
Some banks will issue a checkbook to new account holders at least three months following the opening of the account. They will assess the account management beforehand. However, the bank card is issued upon the opening of the account.
