Tunisia
Working mothers
Impact date: Awaited (the law is currently under review in Parliament) On 14 July 2025, a draft law was officially submitted, aimed at improving the rights and working conditions of working mothers.
The draft law sets out a series of targeted measures, including:
- Monthly financial support (150 TND for the first child under 12 years old 100 TND for each additional child)
- An obligation for large companies to provide on-site childcare facilities, or establish partnerships with accredited nurseries
- A right to part-time or remote work (telecommuting or reduced hours)
- Leave in the case of child health emergencies
- Protection against dismissal or maternity-related discrimination
- Special support measures for mothers with children with disabilities or that are on the autism spectrum and
- A right for pregnant or breastfeeding women to postpone or reschedule professional exams
Employer implications/action needed Employers should continue to monitor the progress of the draft law.
Employer risk No details are yet available regarding the penalties that may apply in the case of breach of the new provisions, as the law has not yet been issued.
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Early retirement
Impact date: Awaited (The law has not yet been promulgated) On 21 July 2025, a draft law was submitted aimed at allowing early retirement for women working in the private sector. Women in the private sector who have completed 80 quarters of effective social security contributions (equivalent to 20 years of declared employment) would have the right to apply for early retirement starting at the age of 50. The law would change the current requirement that a woman must be a mother of three children to qualify to the right to early retirement.
Employer implications/action needed Employers should continue to monitor the progress of the draft law.
Employer risk No details are yet available regarding the penalties that may apply in the case of breach of the new provisions, as the law has not yet been issued.
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Contact
Meriam Jaafar Financial & Administrative Executive
E: meriamjaafar@eversheds-sutherland.tn T: +216 71 860 235
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