General Strike Announced on June 16
U.S. Embassy, Tunis, Tunisia
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Event: Due to an anticipated General Strike, the Department of State informs American Citizens in Tunisia to expect delays and disruptions to public services, especially public transportation, on Thursday, June 16. The Department of State reminds American Citizens in Tunisia to be cautious, maintain a high level of vigilance, and take appropriate steps to enhance their personal security.
Actions to take:
- Monitor local media for updates
- Be aware of your surroundings
- Keep a low profile.
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/Westerners.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
Assistance:
The U.S. Embassy is located in Berges du Lac, 1053 Tunis,
Tel: +216 71 107 000, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Email: tunisacs@state.gov.
The after-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +216 71 107 000.
For American Citizens Services at the Department of State, call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, or +1-202-501-4444 from other countries, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
Department of State – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Tunisia Travel Advisory
Tunis Country Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts.
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