Nursing home costs in Tunisia
The cost of a nursing home in Tunisia ranges from around £1,000 to £3,500 per month, all-inclusive, depending on the type of facility and the level of care required — that is 40 to 60% cheaper than UK nursing home care, which often costs £1,000 to £1,500 per week. Below you’ll find the 2026 price ranges, what they include, and how to get a precise figure for your relative.
How much does a nursing home in Tunisia cost?
| Option | Who it’s for | Monthly fee (all-inclusive) |
|---|---|---|
| Senior residence | Independent senior | £1,000 – £1,500/month |
| Nursing home — light support | Semi-independent | £1,300 – £2,000/month |
| Nursing home — regular care | Daily assistance | £2,000 – £2,600/month |
| Nursing home — high dependency | Dementia, full nursing | £2,600 – £3,500/month |
Indicative 2026 ranges. The final quote depends on the facility, the city, and the actual level of dependency, which we assess individually before confirming a price.
What the fee includes
- Accommodation: a private or shared room, with bills included
- Care: medical supervision, nursing care, and medication management — 24/7 nursing in a medicalised facility
- Catering: three meals a day plus snacks, adapted to special diets
- Services: housekeeping and laundry
- Activities: workshops, outings, and social life
Some services may be charged as extras depending on the facility: additional physiotherapy sessions, one-to-one accompaniment, beauty treatments, or excursions.
What does it cost for a couple?
Many families want to keep a couple together. In a shared double room, the accommodation is pooled, so the fee is not double a single place — only the individual care for each person is added. Depending on how independent each partner is, expect in general £1,900 to £4,800 per month for two. Ask us for a tailored couple’s quote.
Why is it cheaper than care in the UK?
The cost of living and staff salaries are lower in Tunisia, with no compromise on quality: the carer-to-resident ratio is high, and the care team includes English-speaking staff, so language is never a barrier for your relative or for you. Tunisia is also just a 2.5 to 3-hour flight away, making regular visits straightforward.
| Tunisia | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing home (per month) | £1,300 – £3,500 | £4,300 – £6,500 |
| Waiting time | short | often several weeks or months |
| English-speaking staff | yes | yes |
| Out-of-pocket cost | reduced | high |
How is care in Tunisia funded?
- NHS and local-authority funding: not available abroad — care in Tunisia is privately (self-) funded.
- Pensions: your UK state and private pensions remain payable to you while you live overseas, and because the fees are lower, a pension typically stretches much further than it would in the UK.
- Savings and family contributions: most families combine a pension with savings; the reduced fees often make a previously unaffordable level of care possible.
You’ll find more on choosing and arranging care in our nursing homes in Tunisia guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing home in Tunisia cost per month?
As a clear guide, expect around £1,000 to £3,500 per month, all-inclusive, depending on the type of facility and the level of care needed. A senior residence for an independent person starts at roughly £1,000/month, while a medicalised nursing home with 24/7 nursing care typically falls between £1,300 and £3,500/month. These are indicative ranges; we send a precise quote within 24 hours.
How much does it cost for a couple in a nursing home in Tunisia?
For a couple sharing a double room, the fee is not simply double a single place: the accommodation is shared and only each person's individual care is added. Depending on how independent each partner is, expect roughly £1,900 to £4,800 per month for two. We prepare a tailored couple's quote free of charge.
Is dementia or Alzheimer's care more expensive?
Residents with dementia or advanced Alzheimer's usually need closer supervision and a higher staff ratio, so they sit in the upper part of the range. Our partner facility has English-speaking care staff trained in cognitive support, secure units, and structured daily routines. We assess the exact level of dependency before confirming a price.
Why is it cheaper than nursing home care in the UK?
The cost of living and staff salaries are lower in Tunisia, without compromising the quality of care: a high carer-to-resident ratio and English-speaking staff. For comparable care, fees are typically 40 to 60% lower than UK nursing home costs, which often reach £1,000 to £1,500 per week.
What is included in the price?
The accommodation (room and bills), nursing care and medical supervision, full catering (three meals plus snacks, adapted to dietary needs), housekeeping and laundry, and daily activities. Some extras (additional physiotherapy, individual outings, beauty treatments) may be billed separately depending on the facility.
Can I use UK benefits or the NHS to pay for care in Tunisia?
NHS-funded care and local-authority funding do not apply abroad, so care in Tunisia is privately funded. However, your UK state and private pensions remain payable to you overseas, and the lower fees mean a pension often covers a far larger share of the cost than it would in the UK. We can talk you through the practicalities.