Kairouan, Tunisia 🇹🇳
#1503 35.579279, 9.83429

Nomad Score: 55%
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Essentials

🏙️ City Kairouan is one of the oldest cities in Tunisia, known for its rich history and cultural significance.
👥 Population Approx. 200,000
💻 Internet Speed Average speed around 25 Mbps.
💸 Currency & Banking 1 TND ≈ 0.33 USD, local ATMs and banks available.
🚰 Tap Water Generally not drinkable, bottled water recommended.
🔌 Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets.
📶 SIM Card Providers include Ooredoo and Tunisiana, prepaid options available.
💳 Banking for Expats Revolut and local banks like Banque de Tunisie accepted.
🛌 Accommodation Airbnb and local guest houses available, average price per month around $300.
💳 Cashless Friendly Limited cashless payment options, cash preferred.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Airbnb is popular, starting from $15 per night.
🛏️ Budget Accommodation Hostels like Youth Hostels Kairouan are available, around $10 per night.

Working and Networking

🏢 Best Coworking Space CoWork Kairouan - a popular spot with good facilities.
☕ Best Cafe for Work Cafe des Miller - good Wi-Fi and quiet atmosphere.
💼 Networking Events Local meetups are infrequent but can be organized through social media.
🥂 Social Events for Expats Facebook groups and local community events on weekends.

Transportation

🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App Taxi services are traditional, no major apps like Uber available.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Limited, but bicycles can be rented from local shops.
🏖️ Best Beach Nearby Sousse Beach, approximately 60 km away.
✈️ Top Regional Airline Tunisair operates regional flights.
✈️ Top International Airline Tunisair and Air France operate international flights.
🛣️ Highway Access Main connection via the A1 highway to Tunis and Sousse.
🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub Kairouan has a train station with limited services.
🚍 Public Transport Passes Buses available but no specific public transport passes.
✈️ Regional Travel Buses (SNTRI) connect Kairouan with other cities like Tunis and Sousse.

Health and Wellness

🏥 Best Hospital Centre Hospitalier de Kairouan is the main hospital.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Yoga classes at local community centers or private studios.
🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers Basic gyms available, average monthly membership around $20.
🧺 Laundry Services Local laundromats are available at reasonable prices.

Food and Drink

📱 Best Food Delivery App No major food delivery apps, but local restaurants offer delivery.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Couscous and Brik are local specialties worth trying.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options Local eateries offer vegetarian options, try local salads.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Pastry shops like Patisserie Kairouan for traditional sweets.
🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots Local markets are great for fresh produce and local goods.
🛒 E-commerce/Online Store Local sites like Jumia available for online shopping.
🛒 Grocery Delivery Limited options, local grocery shops are more common.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area Limited nightlife, few bars like Hotel Iberostar Kairouan.
🍻 Local Brewery Few local beers available, mainly in restaurants.
🍷 Wine Bars Local restaurants often serve Tunisian wines.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Local stalls available around the mosque areas.
🍕 Popular International Cuisine Pizza and pasta available in many restaurants.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks The Great Mosque of Kairouan and the Medina are must-visits.
🏛️ Museums & Art Venues The Islamic Museum of Kairouan offers cultural exhibits.
🏰 Historical Sites Ancient medina and Kairouan's thirteen mosques.
🕍 Religious Sites Numerous mosques, the Great Mosque being the most significant.
🎉 Annual Events Kairouan's Festival of the Kairouan Mosque in November.
🎨 Cultural Districts Old Medina, full of artisan shops.
🎭 Theater Venues Occasional performances at local community centers.
🛍️ Local Markets Souk Al Kairouan for traditional crafts and goods.
🎼 Music Scene Traditional Tunisian music events in local venues.
🎨 Street Art Limited, but some murals can be found in the Medina.
🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes Local cooking classes available for traditional Tunisian dishes.
👩‍🎨 Art Galleries Few independent galleries showcasing local artists.
🕰️ Historic Buildings Several historical buildings within the Medina.
🏴 Local Heritage Kairouan is considered the fourth holiest city in Islam.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes Nearby countryside and olive groves offer scenic views.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Bou-Hedma National Park, approximately 80 km away.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths Limited paths, but local routes available.
🌄 Scenic Viewpoints The ramparts of the Medina provide great views.
🦉 Birdwatching Locations Inhabitats around lakes and wetlands near Kairouan.
🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots Designated areas outside city limits.

Other Services and Amenities

📦 Parcel Delivery Service Local postal services available, DHL in the area.
🛠️ Tech Repair Services Shops in the city for mobile and computer repairs.
🏓 Table Tennis Spots Local community centers may have facilities.
🧑‍🏫 Language Classes Language schools offer French and Arabic lessons.
📚 Libraries & Study Spots Limited study spaces, but local cafes offer conducive environments.
🏘️ Community Centers Several community centers host events and classes.
🕹️ Gaming Lounges Limited, but a few internet cafés are available.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls No casinos in Kairouan, but some entertainment options.

Business

🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €900 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €36,000)
🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €700 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €28,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €66,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €48,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €1,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €80,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €750 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €60,000)
💼 Corporate Tax Standard rate of 15%.
💵 Dividend Withholding Tax 15% applied to dividend distributions.
🏦 Tax System Progressive tax rates, maximum up to 35%.
📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket Maximum personal income tax rate of 35%.
🧾 VAT Standard Value Added Tax rate of 19%.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, CFC rules are applied.
🏠 Property Tax Annual property taxation based on evaluated property value.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax 4% tax applied during property purchases.