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International shipping is often confusing. There are so many different requirements depending on where you're shipping your goods that it can become overwhelming for an individual working on their own, which is why having a great shipping company is a critical part of the process. International shipping to Tunisia, like any other country, has a unique set of rules and regulations that will need to be observed in order to ensure that your shipment reaches its destination in a timely manner. 

Prohibited Items

There are several items that can not be packaged for shipment into Tunisia, including an extensive list of things that you might not consider before preparing your shipment. According to the USPS website, these include:

• Any kinds of guns or arms--no weapons should go through the Tunisian postal system
• A variety of medications and drugs, including aspirin, vitamin compounds, and sulfa drugs
• Chalk and pencils
• Soap and detergents that contain soap
• Leather, including leather products like shoes, jackets, and purses
• Jewelry made of gold, silver, or any other precious metal
• Women's hosiery
• Cooking appliances that don't require electricity
• Any type of paper money or coins
• Playing cards
• Lottery tickets or items that advertise the lottery in any way

If you're planning to ship items into Tunisia, it's important to consult the USPS website for a more detailed list of everything that is forbidden within the country or to work with a shipping company who is more familiar with these restrictions. You will have to exercise care to ensure that your package reaches its destination as smoothly as possible. 

Did You Know? Facts About Tunisia

1. There are two languages that are spoken commonly throughout Tunisia: Arabic, which is the official language, and French, which is fairly common throughout most areas.
2. Evidence of Stone Age settlements has been found in Kebili, a Tunisian oasis.
3. One of the most important cities in the Islamic faith, Kairouan, can be found in Tunisia. It ranks fourth, behind Mecca, Medina, and Jerusalem.
4. The largest tourist resort in Tunisia is the city Hammamet. Visitors have flocked to this popular vacation destination since the 1960s. 
5. Tunisia has been derived from the word Tunis, which is the capital of Tunisia. More than 25% of the population of Tunisia can be found in this city.
6. Individuals who live in Tunisia can expect to live for around 75 years.
7. Most of the Tunisian population practices the Muslim religion: around 98% of the population professes to be Muslim.