Embassy of Tunisia in Washington, D.C., United States; address 1515 Massachusetts Avenue NW, 20005, Washington; phone +12028621850. Head of mission: Hanene…
Head of mission: Hanene Tajouri Bessassi, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Also accredited to: Mexico
Head of mission: Mohamed Khaled Khiari, Representative (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Frank T. Kryza, II, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Gloria McCall Snead, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Deborah Balliette-Jacobson, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Jerry Sorkin, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Tunisia offers a compelling destination for American travelers, featuring a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions. Its historical sites, such as the ruins of Carthage and El Djem, appeal to those interested in archaeology and history. With 33.5 million Americans traveling internationally each year, there is potential interest in exploring Tunisia's diverse tourism landscape.
Tunisia is considered relatively safe for tourists, including those from the United States. According to the Global Peace Index, Tunisia ranks 72nd out of 160 countries, which is safer than the United States, ranked 130th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Tunisia is 4.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.8 in the United States. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Tunisia at 1.9 and the U.S. at 2.9. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Tunisia has lower scores in several crime categories compared to the U.S. For example, mafia groups score 1.0 in Tunisia versus 5.0 in the U.S., and the human trafficking score is 4.0 for Tunisia compared to 5.5 for the U.S. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Tunisia presents a safer environment for tourists than the United States based on these indicators.
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