Complaints of Extensive Security Investigations for Passport Renewals Abroad
Some Tunisian diplomatic missions and consulates abroad have been reported to refer passport renewal or issuance files to the Interior Ministry in Tunisia for extensive security investigations, which can take months.
Several citizens have complained about the practice of some Tunisian diplomatic missions and consulates abroad referring passport renewal or issuance files to the Interior Ministry in Tunisia for extensive security investigations, even in cases where the applicants have no criminal or legal precedents.
These investigations can take months and include detailed surveillance of the applicants' activities both within and outside Tunisia, according to statements made on social media.
The applicants are treated according to consistent testimonies, with a presumption of guilt until the contrary is proven.