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Tunisia

19 scams

Despite being the smallest country in Africa, Tunisia has much to offer – white sands, azure seas, teeming bazaars, desert landscapes and ancient cities to explore!

However, there are some tourist targeted scams (with some lasting more than 20 years!) to watch out for here.

Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared.

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Travel scams in Tunisia

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Medina of Sousse

Familiar face scam in Tunisia

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How it works: Opening (one of the oldest scams in Tunisia): Scammers will approach taxis which drop off passengers to ask the driver from which hotel he picked you up…

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Tunis at night

Bezness romance scam in Tunisia

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How it works: Situation: like in Jamaica and Dominican Republic, Tunisia has a reputation as a destination for women looking to find a partner. Opening: many local men want to…

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Horse carriage ride in Tunisia

Horse carriage ride scam in Tunisia

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How it works: Initially, a “special” price is offered. At the end however, the driver tells you that the special price is only for you, while there is another inflated…

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Black henna tattoo

Black henna tattoos in Tunisia

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How it works: Situation: like in Morocco, there is a black henna tattoo scam at beach areas. Black henna is not made from the henna plant like regular henna, but…

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Fruit seller in Sousse

Beach fruit seller scam in Tunisia

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How it works: A fruit seller approaches you uninvited, sits beside you, starts peeling fruits (e.g. bananas) and then forces them into your hands. Even if you were to decline,…

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Avenue Bourguiba

Unofficial guides in Tunisia

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How it works: Opening: as you walk near tourist attractions or near medinas, a local will latch on to you and try to give you directions (claiming a path is…

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Tunis Carthage International Airport

Unofficial baggage porter in Tunisia

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How it works: While at the airport, an official looking porter grabs your bags and helps you carry it over a short distance. An inflated tip is then demanded. Places…

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Lizard photo in Tunisia

The lizard beach photo scam in Tunisia

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How it works: At Yasmin Hammemet, you may see a guy carrying a lizard on his head or shoulder. He will use the lizard as a bait to target your…

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Police in Tunisia

Corrupt traffic police in Tunisia

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How it works: Unfortunately, you may encounter corrupt traffic police officers here. For instance, the video below shows a Tunisian Police Officer threatening to confiscate the victims’ vehicle if they…

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Outdoor café in Tunisia

Restaurant, bar scams in Tunisia

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How it works: Situation: Most food places are fine, it’s generally just a few bad eggs around touristy areas that spoil it for the rest. Set-up: Version 1: serving items…

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