Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Tunisia: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Tunisia
The population of Tunisia is 12,415,139, and is growing at the rate of 0.52%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $15,833, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
71.06% of Tunisia’s population lives in urban areas. 61.5% of the population is of working age (15-59). 77.7% of the population has internet access and 50% has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Tunisia #97 overall for market attractiveness. The country’s rank changed -25 places, representing a fall from last year’s position.
How we can help you grow in Tunisia:
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Tunisia's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 48.78 |
| Purchasing Power | 39.1 |
| Digital Readiness | 74.17 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 51.64 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 54.57 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 43.52 |
| Digital Search Demand | 38.77 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 52.91 |
| Overall Score | 47.6 |
| Score Change | -2.51 |
| Overall Rank | 97 |
| Rank Change | -25 |
Digital Search Demand
38.77%
Purchasing Power
39.1%
Digital Market Maturity in Tunisia
The digital search demand score for Tunisia is 38.77.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Tunisia
The purchasing power score for Tunisia is 39.1, and the country scores 74.17 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Tunisia scores 51.64.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Tunisia scores 54.57 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 43.52 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Tunisia.
Tunisia market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Tunisia has changed -2.51 points, causing the country to go -25 places from 2025, dropping to rank #97 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Tunisia:
- YouTube
- TikTok
International Expansion Risks for Tunisia
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Tunisia.
Compare Tunisia to other countries
| International Growth Pillar | Tunisia Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 48.78 |
| Purchasing Power | 39.1 |
| Digital Readiness | 74.17 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 51.64 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 54.57 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 43.52 |
| Digital Search Demand | 38.77 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 52.91 |
| Overall Score | 47.6 |
| Score Change | -2.51 |
| Overall Rank | 97 |
| Rank Change | -25 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
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