The British Embassy in Tunis promotes cooperation between the UK and Tunisia in a wide range of fields. We also provide a range of services to the UK and Tunisian publics.

Political: The Political Section, (or Chancery) contributes to the UK government's understanding of Tunisia's political and governance system and builds cooperation in areas of joint interest, including security issues and governance reform.

Press: The press section is the point of contact for the Tunisian media. They provide information about relevant developments in the UK and about the Embassy's work and arrange contacts between Embassy officials and the media.

Commercial: The commercial team identifies and develops opportunities for commerical partnerships between UK and Tunisian companies. It also supports potential British investors in Tunisia and highlights investment opportunities for Tunisians in the UK.

Consular: The consular section provides assistance to British citizens in distress and those in need of help while in Tunisia. It also issues passports to British citizens in Tunisia.

Visas: The visa section provides visas for travellers to the UK.

British Embassy Tunis
Rue du Lac Windermere
Les Berges du Lac
1053 Tunis, Tunisia
Telephone:

• Switchboard: +216 71 108 700.

For genuine consular emergencies out of working hours, please contact the duty officer on: +216 98 319 128.

• Fax:

Management Section: +216 71 108 749
Commercial & Press Section: +216 71 108 749
Consular Section: +216 71 108 779

• Email:

Commercial enquiries
Press enquiries

Please do not send visa enquiries to the consular or Embassy email address as they will not be replied to. Please follow the directions on the visa pages if you have an enquiry.