The Republic of Tunisia has agreed to grant visa-free access to Hong Kong SAR passport holders for a stay of up to three months with immediate effect, bringing them greater convenience.

The arrangement also helps promote trade, business and tourism links between Hong Kong and Tunisia.

The availability of visa-free access to Tunisia has brought the total number of countries or territories agreeing to grant visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to HKSAR passport holders to 136.

Currently, nationals of Tunisia may visit Hong Kong visa-free for a stay up to 30 days.