How to Make International Call to Tunisia
Why Use HelloAirDial to Call Tunisia?
HelloAirDial lets you call Tunisia directly from your browser - no apps, no calling cards, no SIM card required. Calling Tunisia can be costly and inconsistent if you rely on mobile roaming or unclear international tariffs, especially to mobiles and rural areas.
- Call Tunisia from any browser with no SIM, local contract, or calling card required.
- Transparent per minute pricing so you always know the cost before placing a call.
- Reliable routing to Tunisian mobiles and landlines for clearer audio and fewer drops.
- Caller ID support where Tunisian networks allow it, so contacts recognize your number.
- Fast signup and simple dialing interface for quick business or family calls.
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Country Code
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About Calling Tunisia
Calling Tunisia is straightforward with HelloAirDial. Open your browser, enter the number, and connect - no apps or special equipment needed. Your first call is free so you can try the service before adding any balance.
To place international calls to Tunisia, dial your exit code, then the country code 216, followed by the 8 digit mobile or landline number. HelloAirDial shows clear per minute rates so you can keep cheap calls to Tunisia under control.
You can call Tunisia directly from your browser with HelloAirDial, no SIM or calling card needed. Caller ID is supported where local networks allow it, and quick signup lets you learn how to call Tunisia in minutes without complex setup.
💼 Business
- Coordinate with Tunisian suppliers, call centers, and service partners.
- Support remote teams in Tunis, Sfax, and other regional offices.
🏦 Banking
- Verify card transactions or account activity with Tunisian banks.
- Complete two factor checks or phone confirmations for local services.
👪 Friends & family
- Stay in touch with relatives living in Tunisian cities and villages.
- Share updates, celebrations, and daily life with family back home.
Common challenges: International callers to Tunisia may face varying quality on rural lines, different mobile prefixes, and high roaming or carrier fees if dialing directly from mobile plans.
Useful information about Tunisia
Reliable routes and mobile coverage make cheap calls to Tunisia easy. Learn how to call Tunisia and manage international calls to Tunisia for work or family.
- Country code: +216
- Primary time zone: Africa/Tunis
- Rates from: $3.00/minute
Popular cities in Tunisia:
- Tunis (capital) · 71Capital and main business hub with government offices and services.
- Sfax · 74Industrial and commercial center on the east coast.
- Sousse · 73Tourist and port city with many hotels and resorts.
- Bizerte · 72Northern port city with mixed industry and fishing.
Timezones in Tunisia:
1 time zone
Africa/Tunis
Single time zone; business hours are consistent across the country.
Common languages spoken in Tunisia:
- Arabic (official)
- French
- Tamazight (Berber)
Telecom providers used within Tunisia:
- Tunisie Telecom · mobile/fixed-line/internet - Largest operator with nationwide fixed and mobile coverage.
- Ooredoo Tunisia · mobile/data - Major mobile provider with 4G and prepaid services.
- Orange Tunisia · mobile/data - Mobile operator offering prepaid and postpaid plans.
Guide to calling Tunisia
Business hours to call
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Working days
Typical working days: Monday-Friday. Confirm with local teams during holidays.
Business hours
Business hours often run from 08:30 to 17:30. Typical office hours with a lunch break around midday, check specific company times.
Professional calling etiquette
- Open with a formal greeting and confirm you reached the right person or department.
- Be patient with language differences and summarize key decisions at the end.
- Follow up important calls with an email recap in French or English when possible.
How to greet
- As-salamu alaykum, often shortened to salam, for polite openings.
- Bonjour is widely used in business and urban settings.
- Hello, may I speak with Mr/Ms [Name] is suitable for English calls.
Public holidays
- Revolution and Youth Day — 01-14
- Independence Day — 03-20
- Republic Day — 07-25
Emergency numbers
Keep these numbers handy for critical situations. Use the local emergency line when in Tunisia.
- General emergency: 112
- Police: 197
- Ambulance: 190
- Fire: 198
Call the appropriate service first, then follow local guidance. Provide your location and stay on the line until advised otherwise.
How to Dial Tunisia
To call Tunisia, dial your exit code (or +), then +216, followed by the area or mobile code and local number. Drop any local trunk prefix (like 0) when dialing internationally.
Dialing format
+216 + [8 digit national number] for both landlines and mobiles, no trunk prefix is used.
- Mobile: 20 123 456.
- Landline: 71 234 567.
- Remove local trunk prefixes (e.g., leading 0) and confirm number length before placing the call.
Common mistakes while calling Tunisia
- Adding a leading 0 before the Tunisian number, there is no trunk prefix.
- Dialing fewer or more than 8 digits after the country code.
- Forgetting to dial your international exit code before 216.
- Confusing landline area codes with mobile prefixes when saving contacts.
Step-by-step dial guide
- Dial your international exit code (e.g., 00 or +).
- Enter the country code: +216.
- Add the area or mobile code.
- Dial the local number (drop any leading 0).
FAQs about calling Tunisia
How do I call a landline or mobile in Tunisia from abroad?
Dial your international exit code, then 216, then the 8 digit Tunisian number. With HelloAirDial you dial in the app or browser and avoid high carrier surcharges.
What is the best time to call Tunisia from overseas?
Most offices answer between 08:30 and 17:30 Africa/Tunis time, Monday to Friday. For family calls, early evening local time works well.
How much do calls to Tunisia cost with HelloAirDial?
Rates depend on whether you call mobiles or landlines, but HelloAirDial shows transparent per minute pricing before you place each call.
Will my caller ID show when I call Tunisia?
HelloAirDial sends caller ID whenever Tunisian networks support it, so most contacts will see a consistent number they can call back.
Why is my call to Tunisia not connecting or dropping?
Check you used the correct format with 216 and 8 digits, ensure a stable internet connection, then retry via HelloAirDial for optimized routing.