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@clumberdog

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Irish expat in Tunisia

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Irish

Lives in Kerkennah Island

Speaks English and a little french

Registration: 26 January 2012

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clumberdog replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bhavna

How to bring your car to Tunisia by Bhavna

Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Tunisia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...

clumberdog

We found it really difficult.Numerous visits to customs,car impounded when we went on holiday, temporary insurance and tax.Altogether cost us about £3000 plus 6months of our time.Would rather pay the extra money to buy car here next time Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bhavna

How to bring your car to Tunisia by Bhavna

Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Tunisia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...

clumberdog

True but it was really difficult,also when we came we were told can sell the car with no tax duty to pay after 5 years.now that had changed to 10 years.Our car is immaculate and low mileage but want to buy 4 wheel drive as we live in Kerkennah.Now ... Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
7 years ago
Bhavna

How to bring your car to Tunisia by Bhavna

Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Tunisia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...

clumberdog

Definitely not worth it.The beaurocracy was horrendous. Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
7 years ago
kay booth

health care for expats over 65 by kay booth

my friend and Iare hoping to retire to Tunisia next year. My friend is a diabetic so what facilities are there in regards to her getting her insulin?

clumberdog

I am type 2 so no need for insulin but friends are.Bring your prescription so they know what you are on and any pharmacy will dispense.When necessary go to doctor and ask for blood tests,will cost about 30 dollars.Thats it.Really good here. Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
7 years ago
GuestPoster179

Does anybody know the process on how to become a Tunisan resident by GuestPoster179

Hello!!! I have recently married in Tunis this recent January. i come from-The United States- Colorado-My husband -Tunis.He wants me to join him in his country and after about a years worth of thoughts on this-i believe i have decided to make the ...

clumberdog

If you are with your husband you can easily get a residents permit carte Sejour.Would give you time to make a final decision Read More

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7 years ago
jahon

Customs duties if import a vehicle by jahon

HI im new to this forum, I need help with importing duties ,taxes. if i want to bring a car to Tunisia from another country, and possibly register under my parents name, this is gonna be for my parents to drive, they both work and leave in Tunisia. ...

clumberdog

We brought from UK and it was horrendous to be polite.You will have to visit customs and have it taken off your passport.If you try to leave without this they will probably stop you.We missed 3 days holiday in DR as had to put car in pound while ... Read More

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8 years ago
d1pope

Looking to retire in the sun by d1pope

I am currently living in NYC and looking for a slower pace and sunshine. I have done some research into viable options, but have concerns about living in the area of North Africa. However, I am seeking information from others how have already made ...

clumberdog

No problem with renting so you should be OK. Hopefully that helps but things are so cheap to get fixed even if you own a house.We had our whole house painted,3 bed detached with garage and all walls for 600 dollars.walls are 7 ft and surround the ... Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
8 years ago
d1pope

Looking to retire in the sun by d1pope

I am currently living in NYC and looking for a slower pace and sunshine. I have done some research into viable options, but have concerns about living in the area of North Africa. However, I am seeking information from others how have already made ...

clumberdog

Forgot,transport is cheap,taxis really and I mean really cheap.For a reasonable distance about a dollar.we get from one side of island to other for 1 1/2 dollar s Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
8 years ago
d1pope

Looking to retire in the sun by d1pope

I am currently living in NYC and looking for a slower pace and sunshine. I have done some research into viable options, but have concerns about living in the area of North Africa. However, I am seeking information from others how have already made ...

clumberdog

We live in Kerkennah which is only 30x5miles.could get good house for about 90000 dollars or 1bedroom for less.our island is really quiet though.dies in the winter.property even in Hammamet and sousse is relatively cheap at moment due to the asshole ... Read More

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8 years ago
nhrDpeQ#6Dke

Carte Sejour for a US retiree by nhrDpeQ#6Dke

I am a single male American expat who has been living outside of the US since 2001 (Most recently, 12 years in Sri Lanka). I have been planning to move to Tunisia which from everything I have read online seemed to be possible if not easy. I ...

clumberdog

My husband and I came six years ago as retiree's and have had no problem getting carte Sejours.As long as you have an income coming in and rent or buy a proper it should be easy Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
8 years ago
d1pope

Looking to retire in the sun by d1pope

I am currently living in NYC and looking for a slower pace and sunshine. I have done some research into viable options, but have concerns about living in the area of North Africa. However, I am seeking information from others how have already made ...

clumberdog

I am a retired social worker from Britain and love it here.The people are really nice to us and cost of living is cheap.I only had a few French sentences but have learnt enough to get by.Most of the tourist places speak English and other places it ... Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Tips and advice to thrive in Tunisia by Priscilla

Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Tunisia? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...

clumberdog

Getting to know your neighbours is the most important.Realise the differences and embrace them.We are the only non Muslims in our village and it has never been a problem.We live in Kerkennah and everyone goes out of their way to be helpful. Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
9 years ago
kokalo

ebay ordering by kokalo

hi.. :unsure as some sellers on ebay do shipping to tunisia and some tunisians told me that they have heard it isnt working, did anybody have actual experience? did anyone dare to order something? tnx

clumberdog

My friend does regularly but can take 3 or 4 months.I don't know why but he sent himself a postcard when we went to Mexico last year just to track it.It arrived in Tunis after 6 weeks but then here after10 more months.Was stamped in Feb at Tunis ... Read More

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9 years ago
clumberdog

Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog

Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance

clumberdog

Thank you Read More

clumberdog replied to a thread
9 years ago
clumberdog

Tunisian Driving Licence - Where to apply? by clumberdog

Applied nearly 2 years ago in Sfax for driving licence.AS you may have guessed have received nothing.Any advice on where to apply.Have lived here 5 years and really need to get this sorted out. Thanks to everyone in advance

clumberdog

I have a UK one Read More