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Living conditions and remarks

Visa process: International UN Volunteers assigned to Tunisia are required to obtain an entry visa prior to arrival, followed by a residence permit after arrival in the country. Steps involved: 1. Visa Application (Pre-departure): o The UN Volunteer will receive a visa support letter issued by UNDP Tunisia and/or the UNV Field Unit. o With this letter, the Volunteer must apply for a Type C or D entry visa at the nearest Tunisian Embassy or Consulate in their country of residence. o The process usually requires:  Passport (valid for at least 6 months)  Visa support letter  Completed visa application form  Passport-sized photos  Proof of travel or appointment letter (as requested by the consulate) 2. Arrival in Tunisia: o Upon arrival, the UN Volunteer will be supported by the UNDP Country Office or UNV Field Unit to initiate procedures for obtaining a residence permit (carte de séjour) from the Tunisian Ministry of Interior. o Required documents typically include:  Passport with valid visa  UNDP assignment letter  Proof of accommodation in Tunisia  Passport-sized photos  Application forms and fees, as applicable 3. Timeline: o Visa processing time varies by consulate but typically takes between 5–15 working days. o The residence permit process in Tunisia may take 4–8 weeks after submission of all required documents. Volunteers are advised to begin the process promptly upon arrival The assignment is 12 months. A volunteer receives a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) which is composed of the Monthly Living Allowance (MLA) and a Family Allowance (FA) for those with dependents (maximum three). The volunteer will be based in the MCO office in Tunis, Tunisia. Geography and climate: Tunisia is the smallest country on the North African coast, with a population of just over 10 million, around 60% of whom live in urban areas and have one of the highest standards of living on the continent. Tunis is the country's capital and largest city (around two million inhabitants in and around the city). Tunisia borders Libya (south-east) and Algeria (west). Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate. Along the northern coasts of Tunisia, summers are hot and dry, and winters are warm and rainy. In the north-west, there are occasional snowfalls in the mountains. In southern Tunisia, the weather is drier and hotter. The south of Tunisia, where the Sahara begins, is semi-desertic and desertic. Religion: Around 99% of the population is Muslim, in particular Sunni, which is the state religion. Tunisia also has a small Christian population, made up of Roman Catholics, members of the Greek Orthodox Church and Protestants. There is also a small population of Sephardic Jews. Economy: The country does not have vast hydrocarbon reserves like its neighbours Algeria and Libya, but it has prospered thanks to long-standing government policies aimed at developing industry, tourism and agriculture. At the same time, social programmes limit population growth, ensure a high level of education and a relatively decent standard of living for all. Safety and security: The crime rate is low, but there have been cases of theft. It is allowed to walk alone during the day, but it is preferable to be more cautious at night. It is also important to keep abreast of the political situation. As a result, security advice is systematically sent out by DSS security staff.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

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