Rhinoplasty cost: UK vs Tunisia
In short: according to the NHS, nose reshaping (rhinoplasty) in the UK costs £4,000 to £7,000, while in Tunisia with Dr Hendaoui packages start from £2,200 (flights not included). The lower price reflects lower operating costs in Tunisia - not a reduced standard for your own care. Nose reshaping is not usually available on the NHS for cosmetic reasons, but may be provided if it is needed to help you breathe.
At a glance
| UK (private) | Tunisia (with Dr Hendaoui) | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | £4,000-£7,000 (NHS) | From £2,200 (flights not included) |
| What's included | Varies by clinic; surgeon's fee, facility, anaesthetic - extras often billed separately | Surgery, surgeon's fee, clinic care, anaesthesia, airport transfers, and a 5-night stay (2 in the clinic, 3 in recovery accommodation, full board) |
| First consultation | In person | Remote (video/phone) |
| Travel | None | Return flights to Tunis - not included |
| Aftercare | Local, in person | Written instructions + remote follow-up; local NHS/GP for urgent problems |
Prices are indicative and change over time. Always confirm the current, itemised price and exactly what is included before you decide.
The standard stay is 5 nights (2 nights in the clinic and 3 nights' recovery accommodation, full board) and can be extended to 8 nights if you prefer to have your splint removed in Tunis before flying home.
Why it costs less in Tunisia
Rhinoplasty in Tunisia usually costs less than in the UK. The difference reflects lower operating costs - staff, facilities and overheads - in Tunisia, not a lower standard for your care. A lower price should never be read as a lower standard of safety: judge any provider on the surgeon's qualifications, the facility and the aftercare, not on price alone.
What the price should include
When comparing quotes, check whether the figure covers:
- the surgeon's fee and the operating facility;
- the anaesthetic and any overnight stay;
- recovery accommodation, if offered;
- follow-up, and what happens if you have a complication after returning home.
Ask for an itemised quote so you can compare like with like. Return flights and travel insurance are usually extra and should be budgeted separately.
Cost is only part of the decision
Price matters, but rhinoplasty is surgery and carries real risks - including bleeding, infection, changes to breathing, altered sensation, scarring, asymmetry, and results that don't meet your expectations. In some cases a further (revision) operation may be needed. Rhinoplasty is only suitable for adults (18+) and after an individual assessment.
Read more about the risks and how they are managed, and how aftercare works once you're back in the UK.
FAQ
- Does the NHS pay for rhinoplasty?
- According to the NHS, nose reshaping is not usually available on the NHS for cosmetic reasons, but may be provided if it is needed to help you breathe. Privately in the UK it costs £4,000 to £7,000.
- Why is rhinoplasty in Tunisia cheaper than in the UK?
- The lower price reflects lower operating costs in Tunisia - staff, facilities and overheads - not a reduced standard for your own care. Compare providers on the surgeon's qualifications, the facility and the aftercare, not on price alone.
- Are flights and insurance included in the package?
- Flights and travel insurance are not included and should be budgeted separately; we recommend travel insurance that covers elective surgery and any complications. The package does include your surgery, surgeon's fee, clinic care, anaesthesia, airport transfers and a 5-night stay (2 nights in the clinic, 3 nights' recovery accommodation, full board).
Considering treatment? Book a remote consultation to discuss your goals, costs and whether surgery is appropriate for you.