Ordinary Residence Card (long-term) (Carte de séjour ordinaire)
Ordinary Residence Card (long-term) is a residence route in Tunisia (Other). Longer-validity card (reported 2 yrs, renewable) for foreigners with several years of continuous lawful residence, also for spouses of Tunisians. Validity/thresholds vary by governorate; confirm locally.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income, IRPP to 40%; foreign pensions transferred in TND 80% deductible; CH–TN treaty.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Other |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | — |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 5 |
| Work | no |
| Eligible | Foreigners with ~5 yrs regular residence |
| Tax | Worldwide income, IRPP to 40%; foreign pensions transferred in TND 80% deductible; CH–TN treaty. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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