Capital city, Tunisia
Internet in Tunis: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Tunis?
Café wifi is common but slow; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile data (4G/5G) is a good backup.
Getting online in Tunis
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | ADSL and fibre from Tunisie Telecom, Ooredoo and Orange; about 40–80 TND a month, speeds vary by building. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café wifi is common but slow; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile data (4G/5G) is a good backup. |
| Outages | Occasional power and connection cuts, especially outside the center. |
| Tourist SIM | SIMs are sold at the airport and shops; passport needed; 20-50 GB tourist bundles cost roughly 20-40 TND. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Ooredoo Tunisia, Tunisie Telecom, Orange Tunisie |
| Monthly data plan | DT20–40 ($6.7–13.5) |
Coworking spaces in Tunis
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Cogite | Les Berges du Lac | — |
Internet speeds in Africa
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Tunis?
Café wifi is common but slow; coworking spaces are more reliable. Mobile data (4G/5G) is a good backup.
Which SIM card should I get in Tunis?
SIMs are sold at the airport and shops; passport needed; 20-50 GB tourist bundles cost roughly 20-40 TND.
Can I use an eSIM in Tunisia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Tunis?
Yes: Cogite.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Tunisia
- Ooredoo Tunisia
- Tunisie Telecom
- Orange Tunisie
- Tunisia–Carthage Airport (OACA)
- SNCFT (Tunisian National Railways)
- Transtu (Tunis public transport)
- UK FCDO travel advice: Tunisia
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.