Key facts for Tunisia
Christmas is not a local business occasion; New Year greetings are standard with European partners.
How companies in Tunisia give year-end gifts
Tunisia's economy is closely linked to Europe, particularly France and Italy, and companies in export, tourism and offshoring commonly exchange New Year greetings with European partners. Year-end gifts are typically modest: a branded item, quality confectionery or tea with a card, sent in late December or early January. Local gifting peaks around Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, when firms provide pastries, dates or hampers to staff and send sweets to clients. French is the common business language in writing, with Arabic used in the public sector; either is acceptable on cards, and bilingual is a thoughtful touch. Gifts are usually addressed to named contacts. Use neutral designs and avoid alcohol unless the recipient is known to welcome it. Public-sector recipients may be subject to rules limiting gifts.
Gift occasions in Tunisia
New Year
the main year-end occasion for neutral corporate greetings and gifts
Ramadan
hampers and sweets sent before or during Ramadan are common; avoid daytime food tastings
Eid al-Fitr
end of Ramadan; the most widely used occasion for client and staff gifts, often sweets, dates or hampers
Eid al-Adha
major family holiday; greetings and gifts to close contacts
Good practice
- Write cards in French or Arabic
- Lead with New Year or 'Season's Greetings' wording rather than Christmas imagery
- Choose halal-friendly food: no alcohol-filled chocolates or gelatin-based sweets
- Order early: international courier transit plus customs clearance can take one to two weeks or more
Avoid
- Don't include alcohol or pork-derived ingredients
- Don't rely on Santa or nativity imagery for Muslim recipients
Design and wording
Use neutral 'Season's Greetings' or New Year designs; Christmas imagery suits only Christian or expatriate recipients.
Delivery to Tunisia
Ships from Poland by international courier; import duties and local VAT or sales taxes are normally charged on arrival and can be quoted in advance, and customs clearance adds time. Tunisian customs may request invoices and recipient details, and clearance of food items can take longer.
Planning dates for Tunisia
| Order personalized stock advent calendars by | 6 Nov 2026 |
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| Order Christmas hampers by | 13 Nov 2026 |
| Fully custom calendars for 2027 — order between | 01.2027 – 08.2027 |
Indicative planning dates; exact dates are confirmed in your proposal.
Recommended formats for Tunisia
Christmas hampers
Corporate Christmas hampers with your logo on the box, ribbon or card, composed to your budget band and delivered to one office or to individual home…
Tea & coffee calendars
A tea or coffee advent calendar with your logo is a measured, practical gift for clients and colleagues who prefer to avoid sweets.
Christmas plush
Plush is made in our own workshop in Biała Podlaska, Poland: ready Christmas teddies with your embroidered logo, and custom plush mascots based on…
Empty calendar boxes
For companies that already have the filling: custom printed advent calendar boxes in bulk, designed around your products and delivered flat or…
Frequently asked questions
Is Christmas a public holiday in Tunisia?
No. 25 Dec is not a public holiday; 1 Jan is a public holiday.
Can we send chocolate gifts to Tunisia?
Usually yes, as a gift shipment by courier, but import duties and taxes may apply and customs can request product details. Allow extra time for customs clearance.
Should year-end gifts to Tunisia mention Christmas?
For most recipients, no. 'Happy New Year' or 'Season's Greetings' wording is the standard choice.