The Realities of Return Migration in Tunisia: Between Challenges and Investment Opportunities

Have you ever wondered what happens to Tunisian migrants when they return to their homeland? Based on the “Tunisia-HIMS” survey and recent data from the comprehensive study on Tunisian returnees (December 2022), return migration is no longer a simple, traditional return, but a complex pathway involving professionals, youth, and families whose experiences span key host countries like France, Libya, and Italy. Despite hurdles related to professional reintegration and unemployment, returning migrants increasingly stand out as key drivers of economic investment and regional development.