Is it best to take cash to Tunisia?

Beware if you do find somewhere that does exchange Tunisian currency at home – don't do it because it's illegal to take it into the country with you. Instead, take US dollars in cash with you to change when you get there, or bring along your debit or credit card (Visa is more widely accepted than Maestro).



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ATMs are widely available. Almost all ATMs will accept Visa cards, and many (including Bank of Tunisia and BIAT) will also accept Maestro cards for cash withdrawals. UK issued credit and debit cards are accepted in an increasing number of shops, restaurants and hotels, though there can be connectivity problems.

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Am I OK to take some paracetamol with me on holiday to Tunisia? Hi Alan. Absolutely along with Ibuprofen too is fine.

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For two week holiday normally give maid 10 dinars when arrive within first couple days and 10 dinars at end of holiday. Restaurant as normally have drink with meal tend to give waiter approx 1 dinar each night tip alternatively you can give tip of 10-15 dinars at end of holiday.

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Advantages of using cash
If your spending discipline breaks down when you use credit cards, cash may be a better choice while you let loose on vacation. No foreign transaction fees: Many credit cards charge an extra fee of up to 3% on purchases made outside the country, although you can find cards that don't.

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While credit cards are easy to carry and more secure than cash, you should always have some local cash on you when traveling. It's just good sense. Besides the fact that some local shops and vendors won't accept credit cards, having some cash provides a safety net in case your bank shuts off your card for any reason.

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This means you won't be able to use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or the newer Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) to access free or reduced-cost treatment. Instead, if you need urgent medical treatment in Tunisia, you'll need to pay upfront and the medical costs can often be high.

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You can pay little as 5-6 dinars in very local restaurant or for seafood in a tourist restaurant can cost you a fortune. It all depends what you want from a holiday - least eating out you get freshly cooked food of your choice and drinks of your choice.

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Overall, the average cost of food in Tunisia is 50 dinar ($16.50) per person per day, excluding any alcohol you might choose to imbibe.

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