Tunisian Customs Intensifies Digital Transformation in 2026 to Simplify Procedures and Improve Services for Tunisians Abroad
Tunisian Customs Embarks on a Digital Transformation Journey to Enhance Border Crossing Experience
In 2026, the Tunisian Customs is set to intensify its digital transformation to simplify procedures and improve services for Tunisians residing abroad (TRE) at ports and border posts. The goal is to reduce waiting times and streamline the passage through digital services that are now widely deployed.
According to Chokri Jebri, the Customs spokesperson, several electronic solutions have been rolled out, enabling citizens to complete previously lengthy and complex formalities remotely. Among these solutions is the "Rukhsti" application, which allows users to obtain a circulation permit online through a website or the "Smart Gate" platform. Jebri notes that this system has reduced waiting times at entry points to between 10 and 15 minutes in the most fluid cases, down from several hours previously.
Another major innovation is the "Amti" application, which enables travelers to declare the contents of their luggage in advance. Users fill out a detailed electronic form, print it, and present it upon arrival. This system reduces the risk of errors or omissions and significantly accelerates controls, with agents only verifying the provided information.
In the same vein, the Customs has introduced a mechanism for declaring currencies via QR Code. Travelers can declare online the amounts they possess and obtain a code to present at border crossings. The control process is then carried out through a simple scan, ensuring speed and reliability.
These measures are part of a broader digitalization strategy launched by the Customs General Directorate, which considers electronic services as a key lever to improve performance and reduce pressure on infrastructure, particularly during peak periods.
Chokri Jebri also highlighted that preparations for the summer season begin every year in anticipation of the return of Tunisians from abroad, both economically and socially. These preparations are carried out within the framework of an expanded government coordination, through ministerial meetings focused on logistical and organizational aspects.
Thanks to these advancements, the Tunisian Customs claims to have already significantly reduced congestion and long waiting times, long associated with ports and border posts. The image of saturated infrastructure is gradually fading, replaced by a more fluid and modernized system.
On another note, the Customs is calling on Tunisians abroad to extensively use these digital services, which offer significant time savings and simplified procedures. The Customs also reaffirms its commitment to continuing the development of its digital ecosystem to meet citizen expectations and improve the quality of public services.
