Global EOR Services in Tunisia

How EOR Services Work in Tunisia

Onboarding: The EOR recruits or transitions employees on behalf of your company, ensuring legal compliance from the start.
Payroll and Benefits: The EOR processes payroll, manages benefits, and ensures statutory deductions are paid on time.
Employee Management: You retain control over day-to-day tasks and employee performance, while the EOR handles the administrative and legal aspects.
Compliance Support: The EOR keeps you updated on changes in employment laws and ensures compliance.
Offboarding: If an employee is terminated, the EOR manages severance and other legal requirements.

Advantages of Using Global EOR Services in Tunisia

Deep understanding of Tunisia labor laws.
Proven expertise in managing international employment challenges.
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
End-to-end support for onboarding, payroll, compliance, and offboarding.

Employment Laws and Labor Policies in Tunisia

Labor Code of 1966 (Code du Travail)
Collective agreements applicable to specific sectors
Decrees and regulations issued by the Ministry of Social Affairs.

Employment Contracts in Tunisia

Written contracts are mandatory, especially for fixed-term roles.
Contracts should include: position, salary, work hours, duration (if fixed-term), probation period, and applicable collective agreements.
Types:

Indefinite-term contract (default)
Fixed-term contract (up to 4 years maximum for specific roles/projects.

Working Hours and Overtime in Tunisia

Standard: 48 hours/week, or 40 hours/week for many sectors under collective agreements.
Overtime: Permissible within legal limits and must be compensated at enhanced rates.

Leave Entitlements in Tunisia

Annual leave: 1.5 days per month worked (minimum 18 days/year)
Sick leave: Paid by the employer for short periods, then covered by social security
Maternity leave: 30 days at full pay (extendable unpaid); paid by CNSS (social security)
Paternity leave: 1 day paid
Public holidays: ~10–12 days/year (e.g., Independence Day, Eid, Labour Day)

Employee Benefits and Contributions inn Tunisia

Social Insurance: Both employers and employees contribute to the Social Security Fund to cover pensions, healthcare, and unemployment benefits.
Health and Safety: Employers must provide a safe working environment and adhere to occupational safety regulations.
Training and Development: Employers are encouraged to invest in professional training for employees.

Termination and Severance in Tunisia

Grounds for Termination:Mutual agreement.
Expiry of a fixed-term contract.

Notice period:
1 month (standard)
Up to 3 months for executives.

Severance pay:
Not explicitly mandated but often required by collective agreements.
Usually 1 month per year of service for redundancy or mutual separation.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity in Tunisia

Discrimination based on gender, origin, language, religion, or opinion is prohibited.
Equal pay for equal work is enforced.
Women are entitled to legal protections in maternity and family rights.

Trade Unions and Collective Bargaining in Tunisia

Employees have the right to form and join trade unions.
Collective agreements between employers and trade unions often supplement employment contracts and provide additional benefits.

Probation Period in Tunisia

Employers may set a probation period of up to 3 months to assess an employee’s suitability for the role.
During this period, either party may terminate the contract with minimal notice.

Payroll and Taxation in Tunisia

Income Tax (PAYE):

Progressive rates from 0% to 35%
Employers must withhold and remit tax on employee salaries monthly.

Social Security Contributions:

Employer: ~16.57%
Employee: ~9.18%
Contributions cover pensions, health insurance, maternity, family allowances, and unemployment.

Minimum Wage (2024):

~TND 455/month for 48-hour week; ~TND 390/month for 40-hour week (subject to updates by decree)

Payroll must be processed in TND, and all payments must be made to the CNSS (Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale) and tax authorities.

Labor Dispute Resolution in Tunisia

Disputes are typically resolved through mediation, arbitration, or labor courts.
Employees have the right to file complaints with labor inspectors or the courts in cases of unfair treatment or wrongful termination.

Tunisia employment laws are designed to protect the rights of employees while ensuring a stable and compliant business environment. Employers operating in Tunisia must adhere to these regulations to maintain legal compliance and foster positive employee relations.

Get Started with EOR Services in Tunisia

If you’re ready to hire employees in Tunisia and expand your operations, our EOR services can help you navigate the complexities of employment laws and compliance.
By partnering with an Employer of Record (EOR), businesses can ensure full compliance with these employment laws while focusing on their core operations.