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US State Dept Travel AdvisoriesUnited States21 May 2026

Tunisia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

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There was no change to the advisory level. The “Crime” and “Unrest” risk indicators were added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Tunisia due to terrorism, crime, and unrest . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to: Within 16 km of the Algerian border due to terrorism , except for the cities of Tabarka and Ain Draham. Within 16 km of the border with Libya due to terrorism . Mount Chaambi National Park, Mount Salloum, Mount Sammamma, and Mount Mghila in Kasserine governorate due to terrorism . Mount Orbata area in the Gafsa go
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