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Sorry to hear that retrieving your bike from Tunisia was so costly.
But at least you have it back now and can put it behind you.
The Tunisian economy hit dire straits following the self-immolation which kicked off the Arab Spring. Add terrorist attacks on ‘costa’ tourist resorts and now Covid, and I suppose the government is looking at any means to rake in some money.

For me Tunisia was never the jewel in the North African crown but – same as anywhere – as long as one doesn’t break the rules (or be forced to do so, as you were) a visit ought to be trouble-free.

I agree, Morocco has so much more to offer, but if you’re from central or Eastern Europe, Tunisia looks nearer for a bit of desert sun.
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March 2022 - Marseille /Tunis
Hello everyone.

New to the forum and very happy to have found a current ( somewhat ) thread on Tunisia. A small group of friends are planning a trip to Tunisia in late March 2022. We will be travelling across from the Port of Marseille to Tunis.

I have been to Tunisia by motorcycle twice both times being in the Optic Rally and Oil Libya Rally, so all formalities were carried out by organizers. We were originally planning to head to Morocco however its closure doesn't appear to be changing anytime soon.

I wondered if anyone had any recent information on the vehicle insurance offices in Tunisia or any changes in general procedures for the Ferry document processing?

We are all aware of the Covid requirements and we meet those requirements, all bikes are European registered and carry European licenses. We are all experienced off road ( desert motorcyclists) and we all have international exposure and experience.

Any pertinent information would be greatly appreciated.
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I wondered if anyone had any recent information on the vehicle insurance offices in Tunisia or any changes in general procedures for the Ferry document processing?
See this post, which provides details about how I obtained insurance in Tunis to cover me when I was riding in Tunisia in 2019: Tunisia vehicle insurance?.

The port authorities were not at all concerned that I didn't have insurance when I arrived at the port - in fact, the officer in charge told me to just ride downtown and buy the insurance the next day. I did just that, and it took several hours at the big insurance company office to get the insurance... I think that not too many visitors actually buy insurance. I think that there might be an insurance booth at the port, but it was not open when I arrived on the ferry.

Be aware that the premium you pay will be based on the value of the motorcycle you declare, even though the insurance you get is (for the most part) liability only. So don't overstate the value of your motorcycle.

Lastly, you might want to read my post earlier in this same thread about the customs penalties that I had to pay when I returned to pick my motorcycle up. Here's the link: post #30, above. I won't ever be returning to Tunisia.

Michael
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Hi Michael, Thanks so much for your reply, I had indeed read both your posts in regard to you experience gaining insurance and paying fees for your impounded bike prior to Posting my request. Your reply is greatly appreciated. Wish you the best travels.
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Trouble in Genoa port
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Thanks for sending this. Our group had actually made a decision a week ago to postpone our trip as we felt there was just a little too much uncertainty in the area. WE will now ride TET in Spain. When will Covid release its grip on us all.
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Fyi, I read about Genoa-Tunis ferry last weekend.

The GNV decided to reject bookings via Booking.com even [though] they're non-refundable bookings. Which makes things quite difficult + they want a return ferry and the hotel booking needs to be for the whole duration of the trip. They say it's Tunisian government requirement, which I know 100% it's not.
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