Before hiring in Tunisia, it is useful to understand the main principles of the Tunisian Labour Code. These rules apply to any local employment contract and are handled by the EOR on your behalf.
The employment contract
Contracts can be fixed-term (CDD) or open-ended (CDI), written in Arabic (mandatory) or bilingual Arabic-French. The probation period varies by professional category: generally 3 to 6 months for managers.
CNSS — National Social Security Fund
Any employment relationship in Tunisia requires mandatory CNSS contributions, covering health, maternity, workplace accidents and retirement. Employer and employee contribution rates are set by the state. The EOR manages all declarations and payments.
Annual leave
The legal minimum is 12 working days per year. In practice most companies grant 18 to 21 days. Leave is paid by the employer (in this case YTT, recharged to the client).
Contract termination
Notice periods vary by seniority and applicable collective agreement. Dismissal must be justified and follow a specific procedure. For YTT clients, termination of the framework agreement triggers the management of the employment end by YTT, in full compliance with local law.
Why the EOR simplifies everything
By using YTT, you do not need to master Tunisian labour law. YTT ensures full compliance: contract, CNSS, payslips, termination. You focus on operational management.
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