How to Start a Company in Tunisia in 2025 – A Practical Guide
Jul 11, 2025
Thinking of launching a company in Tunisia? Whether you're a local entrepreneur or an international investor, this 2025 guide by Luca Pacioli, a certified public accounting firm, walks you through all key steps.
The right legal form
Legal Form | Ideal for Minimum Capital | Minimum Capital |
|---|---|---|
SARL | Small/medium companies | 1,000 TND |
SUARL | Small/medium companies | 1,000 TND |
SA | Large firms / listed | 5,000 to 50,000 TND |
🔹 Step 1: Reserve your company name
Before anything else, you must reserve your company name through the National Business Register (RNE).
Tip: Check name availability on the official RNE portal.
🔹 Step 2: Secure a legal address (lease or domiciliation)
Sign a rental or domiciliation contract
Register this contract at the local tax office
This proves your company has a fixed address — required to obtain your tax ID.
🔹 Step 3: Draft and sign the company statutes
Include all required information:
Legal name, headquarters, purpose, duration
Share capital and ownership structure
Names of the directors or managers
Review your statutes with a certified accountant or legal advisor.
🔹 Step 4: Obtain a tax identification card (patente)
File the signed statutes and lease agreement with the tax office
Receive your tax ID card and fiscal registration number
🔹 Step 5: Register your company at the RNE
Submit all required documents (statutes, tax ID, ID of founders)
Pay registration fees
Obtain your official company certificate (RNE extract)
Why work with a certified public accountant?
Choose the best tax regime
Ensure fully compliant statutes
Help with business plan and capital deposit
Handle all steps efficiently
📞 Luca Pacioli offers full support — from setup to accounting.
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