Tunisia

Tunisia Employer of Record & Payroll

Africa Deployments Tunisia offers Employer of Record (EOR) services covering all regions within Tunisia. Services include:

Full-time employment or fixed-term contracts for locals or expatriates.
Work permit management under ADS’s umbrella.
Issuing local work contracts to contractors.
Advising on best HR practices for employee setup in Tunisia.
Managing local tax & PAYE remittances to the Revenue Services monthly.
Ensuring timely salary payments and issuing payslips.
Offering additional employee benefits such as Medical, Disability, Life, and Workmen’s Compensation Insurance.

General Information about Tunisia:

Language Spoken in Tunisia:

Employment Contracts in Tunisia:

Fixed-Term Contracts
Indefinite-Term Contracts
Contracts and Offer Letters must:
- Be in writing.
- Be in the official local language and local currency.
- Include salary, benefits, and termination requirements.
Full-time employees:
- Have specific working terms and conditions.
- Can be eligible for organizational perks and benefits.
- Are generally more focused and familiar with the business.
- Probationary period: 6 months (standard) to 12 months (maximum, generally for executives).

Taxable Income in Tunisia:

Individuals working and living in Tunisia for more than 183 days a year are subject to local taxes.
The tax year runs from February 1 to March 25 of the following year.
Any income earned in cash, wages, salary, overtime, leave pay, commissions, gratuity, bonus, or any other benefits is taxable.

Income Exempt from Taxes:

Net taxable income below TND 5,000 per month is not taxable.
Emoluments payable to employees of the East African Development Bank (effective July 1, 1997).

Standard Working Hours and Overtime:

Workweek: Capped at 48 hours (can be reduced to 40 hours under specific policies).
Overtime Eligibility:
- Employers must obtain explicit permission from the Labor Inspector for overtime work.
Overtime Pay:
- Depends on whether the employee is on a 40-hour or 48-hour workweek.
- Total working hours (regular + overtime) must not exceed 10 hours per day and 60 hours per week.

Mandatory Payroll Contributions:

Employee Contributions:

Employer Contributions:

Maternity and Paternity Policy:

Maternity Leave:
- Minimum 14 weeks (6 weeks compulsory after childbirth).
Paternity Leave:
- 3 working days immediately after delivery or miscarriage.

Types of Leave in Tunisia:

Annual Leave:
- 2 days per month or 24 working days per year.
Sick Leave:
- Paid after a 5-day waiting period for up to 180 days per year.

Mandatory Bonus (13th Month Pay):

Not mandatory but may be included in contracts.
Bonuses based on performance are common.
Additional bonuses may be stipulated under collective bargaining agreements.

Gratuity / Severance Pay in Tunisia:

Severance pay cannot exceed three months’ salary.
Employees are entitled to severance pay except in cases of serious misconduct.
Fixed-term contracts:
- End at the term’s completion or upon work completion.
Indefinite-term contracts:
- Can be terminated by mutual consent, force majeure, or employee’s death.

Fringe Benefits in Tunisia:

Probation Period:

Corporate and VAT / Sales Tax Rates in Tunisia:

Public Holidays in Tunisia:

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Contact Us
For detailed assistance with Employer of Record (EOR) services in Tunisia, including specific payroll and employment solutions tailored to your needs, contact our team at Africa Deployments.