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Aquaculture in Tunisia: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Tunisia source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are seabream, seabass; typical water temperatures are 13–27 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.12 per kWh.

Tunisia farms seabream and seabass in Mediterranean cages and exports to the EU; hatchery and feed capacity are key bottlenecks.

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Key planning facts

Main species
seabream, seabass
Common systems
Cages, RAS (recirculating)
Water temperature
13–27 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.12 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 1.00 / m³
Compound feed
≈ TND 4 (≈ $1) / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
19%
Currency
TND (≈ 3 / USD)
Licensing authority
DGPA (Directorate General for Fisheries and Aquaculture)
Main import ports
Radès, Sfax and Bizerte

What to check before requesting quotes in Tunisia

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (13–27 °C) for seabream.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.12/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with DGPA (Directorate General for Fisheries and Aquaculture).
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Radès, Sfax and Bizerte.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 1.00 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 19% on equipment; ask about import duty exemptions for aquaculture.

Electricity: GlobalPetrolPrices business tariffs (2026). Water tariffs and exchange rates are estimates; VAT is the standard national rate.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a fish farm cost in Tunisia?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Tunisia costs roughly TND 5.7M (≈ $1.9M) – TND 8.9M (≈ $3M) in equipment and installation, before land and buildings. Ponds and cages usually cost less per tonne. Use the calculator for your species and scale, then request supplier quotes.

Which fish and shrimp are farmed in Tunisia?

Commercial projects in Tunisia mainly focus on seabream, seabass.

Who licenses aquaculture in Tunisia?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve DGPA (Directorate General for Fisheries and Aquaculture). Requirements change, so confirm with the authority before committing capital.

Does FishMatch Group sell equipment?

No. FishMatch Group is an independent, human-reviewed sourcing service. We qualify your project, match it with vetted suppliers and keep supplier details private until an introduction is approved.

More Tunisia questions: see the market FAQ

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