The Tunisian government has taken a step towards promoting electric mobility by offering subsidies to individual taxi owners. The National Agency for Energy Control (ANME) announced on September 27, 2026, that 23 taxi owners will benefit from a 10,000-dinar subsidy to acquire electric vehicles. This initiative aims to encourage the adoption of electric mobility in Tunisia and reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector.
The program, launched by the ANME and the Ministry of Environment, with the support of the Global Environment Facility and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), targets individual taxi owners aged between 31 and 59 with valid licenses. Eligible candidates must also provide proof of bank credit agreements or formal bank statements demonstrating their ability to self-finance.
Tunisia has implemented various incentives to encourage the acquisition of electric and hybrid vehicles. The country has revised its tax regime for eco-friendly vehicles, exempting electric and hybrid vehicles from customs duties and consumption tax. Additionally, the value-added tax (VAT) rate has been reduced from 19% to 7%. These measures aim to reduce the acquisition cost of electric vehicles and promote a sustainable transportation system.
The Tunisian government has set ambitious targets to increase the number of electric vehicles on the road. The 2026 finance law aims to have 50,000 electric vehicles by 2030, with 5,000 charging points across the country. To achieve this goal, the government has introduced a national program to promote electric mobility, which includes a direct financial subsidy of 10,000 dinars for each electric vehicle acquired by companies, public institutions, local authorities, and professionals.
The subsidy program is part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation in Tunisia. The country has made significant progress in recent years in promoting electric mobility, with a growing number of electric vehicles on the road. The ANME's initiative is expected to contribute to this growth and help Tunisia achieve its environmental goals.
In addition to the subsidy program, the Tunisian government has introduced other incentives to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles. These include a 50% reduction in vehicle registration fees and a 50% reduction in annual circulation tax for electric vehicle owners. The government has also provided financing facilities for the acquisition of electric vehicles, including state-backed bank loans.
The ANME's subsidy program for electric taxis is a significant step towards promoting sustainable transportation in Tunisia. With 23 individual taxi owners set to benefit from the subsidy, the program is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and contribute to the country's efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Key points
- The Tunisian government has set a target of 50,000 electric vehicles by 2030.
- The subsidy program is part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation in Tunisia.
- The program targets individual taxi owners aged between 31 and 59 with valid licenses.
