Tunisia's Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Maritime Fishing has established the schedule and conditions for the 2026-2027 hunting season. According to a decision published in the Official Gazette of the Tunisian Republic on September 11, 2026, the ministry has set specific dates for various types of hunting. The decision, dated September 8, 2026, aims to regulate hunting activities and protect biodiversity.
The hunting season for small game, including rabbits, partridges, quails, blue pigeons, and hares, will run from October 4 to December 6, 2026. Hunting is only allowed on Sundays, public holidays, and official leave days. For large game, such as wild boars and golden wolves, the season will open on October 4, 2026, and close on January 31, 2027, in several governorates, including Bizerte, Tunis, and Sousse.
The hunting season for waterfowl, wagtails, and starlings will begin on November 22, 2026, and end on March 28, 2027. For migratory and land birds, including turtle doves, the season will run from August 1 to September 19, 2027. The ministry has also set fees for hunting licenses, with Tunisians and foreign residents born in Tunisia required to pay 30 dinars for small game and 90 dinars for large game.
Foreign residents with temporary residence permits must pay 200 dinars for small game and 150 dinars for large game. A contribution of 10 dinars, or 20 dinars for special species, will be made to the National Union of Hunters' Associations. The decision also prohibits the hunting of certain protected species, including rare mammals and birds, and restricts hunting in military and security zones, as well as in national parks and nature reserves.
The ministry has also banned the use of certain types of hunting equipment, including air rifles and silencers, and emphasized the importance of respecting the natural environment and not littering during hunting activities. Daily hunting quotas have been set for small game, with a maximum of two rabbits, six partridges, and ten quails per hunter per day.
For large game hunting, teams are limited to 15 hunters, and all participants must wear bright orange vests. Requests for hunting permits must be submitted electronically to the relevant regional agricultural development office at least 15 days and no more than 45 days before the scheduled hunt.
In the event of conflicting requests, a rotation system will be implemented to ensure fairness and prevent accidents. Hunters are also required to have insurance coverage against accidents. The new regulations aim to promote sustainable hunting practices and protect Tunisia's natural resources.
Key points
- The 2026-2027 hunting season in Tunisia will have specific dates and regulations for various types of hunting.
- The ministry has set fees for hunting licenses and established daily hunting quotas for small game.
- The decision prohibits the hunting of certain protected species and restricts hunting in certain areas.
