How much does a rhinoplasty cost in Tunisia?
The price of a rhinoplasty in Tunisia ranges from £1,600 to £2,900, compared with £4,000 to £7,000 in the UK. This all-inclusive price covers general anaesthesia, aftercare and 5 nights in a hotel. The procedure lasts 45 minutes to 2 hours with 1 to 2 nights of hospital stay included at the clinic.
📊 2026 Price Table
| Procedure type | Price Tunisia | Price UK |
|---|---|---|
| Classic rhinoplasty | £1,600 to £2,900 | £4,000 to £7,000 |
| Ultrasonic (Piezo) rhinoplasty | £2,300 to £3,200 | £5,500 to £8,000 |
| Ethnic rhinoplasty | £1,800 to £2,900 | £4,500 to £7,500 |
| Revision rhinoplasty | £2,400 to £3,500 | £5,500 to £9,000 |
Rhinoplasty in Tunisia: why choose this destination?
Cosmetic surgery long put people off because of potential side effects and risks. However, it is becoming more mainstream, and the number of people undergoing this type of procedure keeps rising.
Rhinoplasty is one of the most requested procedures in cosmetic surgery. Many people feel self-conscious about their nose and consider changing it through rhinoplasty.
For this, Tunisia is a frequently chosen destination, thanks to the quality of care combined with the attractive rates offered by clinics across the country. Find out more about rhinoplasty in Tunisia below.
Rhinoplasty, a highly requested procedure
Rhinoplasty is the fifth most performed cosmetic surgery procedure in the world, with one million procedures in 2024 out of 17.4 million surgical procedures[1]. Rhinoplasty allows the appearance of the nose to be improved. For a long time, people were wary of rhinoplasty, fearing disappointing or even catastrophic results.
However, surgeons’ skills and advances in medicine and equipment have made this type of surgery far more reliable. Today, a rhinoplasty remains a genuine surgical procedure, which carries the risk of prolonged swelling and sometimes a touch-up, with the outcome depending on the surgical facilities and the surgeon’s experience.
Why get a rhinoplasty?
While some people accept themselves as they are, others would love to correct what they see as aesthetic flaws in their face. The nose is often involved. It’s seen as too long, too wide, too hooked.
To feel better about themselves, rhinoplasty allows patients to finally achieve the look they want. Rhinoplasty concerns both women and men, even if women make up most of the clientele.
While most people seek rhinoplasty to enhance their appearance, others, usually older, simply want to look younger. Indeed, correcting a drooping nasal tip that appears after the age of fifty can help restore a more youthful look.
Finally, rhinoplasty can also serve a purpose beyond aesthetics. Some patients experience breathing difficulties linked to the shape of their nose. Here, reshaping the nose can help resolve these issues.
What rhinoplasty can achieve
To give you an idea of the changes this surgery can make to the nose, here is a summary below:
- Correcting the nasal tip. It can be drooping, too upturned, pinched, thin, wide, etc.
- Correcting issues with the nostrils (too wide, too short)
- Correcting an overly pronounced nasal base, or conversely a sunken bridge
- Correcting a sunken nasal root.
How does a rhinoplasty in Tunisia work?
Like any surgical procedure, rhinoplasty follows a process divided into several distinct steps. Following this process is each surgeon’s responsibility, and it is essential to the smooth running of the operation.
An initial consultation
The pre-operative consultation is the very first step. You visit the surgeon’s practice, not for the procedure itself, but for an initial assessment. The surgeon will examine your nose closely and ask questions to understand exactly what you want to change. They will check for a deviated nasal bridge, and may then suggest a septorhinoplasty.
Their role is also to inform you of the procedure’s details and discuss post-operative care.
The surgeon is also there to temper any unrealistic expectations. They must ensure you’re clear on what you want, and that you don’t expect miraculous results.
Finally, the pre-operative consultation also helps determine whether any contraindications to rhinoplasty apply to you.
Contraindications for rhinoplasty
Certain contraindications make rhinoplasty unsuitable for a patient, and it is up to the surgeon to identify them. These may include certain psychiatric conditions, depression or severe anxiety requiring treatment.
Besides these conditions, the operation may also become impossible in cases of certain heart or lung conditions, or blood clotting disorders. Certain severe skull malformations may also rule it out, as can nasal malformations that rhinoplasty cannot correct.
Finally, surgeons may rule out rhinoplasty in cases of heavy smoking.
How the procedure works
After the first consultation, another appointment is set for the procedure, provided you don’t fall under any of the contraindications for rhinoplasty. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia, so you will not be conscious during it. The surgical approach then differs depending on what needs correcting.
An incision is always made inside the nostrils. Sometimes, other incisions may be made, particularly on the outer skin or the tip of the nose. These incisions allow the surgeon to reshape the bone and cartilage structures to reposition them and correct the nose’s imperfections according to the patient’s wishes.
These incisions are of course stitched once the procedure is complete. It should be noted that if the patient has breathing problems, these are corrected at the same time, to avoid making an unnecessary additional incision.
Note also that a rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty may require added cartilage to reshape the nose. This cartilage is taken from a donor area of your own body. These cases are rare, however, and the surgeon cannot proceed with this without your prior consent.
The length of the surgery depends on the specific case and the work required, but it is estimated at between 45 minutes and 2 hours[2].
Does ultrasonic rhinoplasty change anything?
Ultrasonic, or Piezo, rhinoplasty replaces the mallet and chisel with an instrument that cuts bone without tearing soft tissue. A meta-analysis of nineteen randomised trials, covering 905 patients, found less swelling and bruising on the second and seventh days[3].
The same study found no difference in operating time between the two techniques, and the mucosa remained intact in all cases treated with Piezo[3]. A second meta-analysis, covering twelve trials, reached the same conclusions and noted lower pain levels[4]. The extra cost is real: ultrasonic rhinoplasty in Tunisia costs £2,300 to £3,200.
After the operation
After the rhinoplasty, you wake up with a dressing on your nose and packing inside your nostrils. Depending on the type of rhinoplasty, a plastic splint may also be added over the dressing, along with silicone splints inside the nostrils. You must stay in the clinic until the packing is removed, which usually happens 2 days after surgery.
You will need to breathe through your mouth for a while, as your nasal passages will not yet be functional. The nose will be swollen, and you will be advised to sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
As for the stitches, internal ones dissolve on their own, while external stitches are removed by the surgeon after a week. The splint is removed within a week to 10 days depending on the case.
What sensations to expect?
You will feel a sensation of nasal congestion after the operation. You may notice bruising on your face, which fades after a few weeks. You will also have reduced sensation around the nose and lips. All these symptoms are normal and gradually fade over the following weeks. Be careful not to blow your nose, as this can cause significant pain.
Time off work
After a rhinoplasty, you obviously won’t be able to continue your professional activities right away. You can return to work after 10 days, or longer if your job requires physical effort. Sport is also to be avoided, as is lifting heavy loads. In short, complete rest for at least 10 days.
Rhinoplasty: results to expect
After your rhinoplasty, you won’t be able to see results straight away, since your nose will still be under a dressing and your face bruised in that area.
A two to three month wait gives a good preview of the result, but the final appearance is only achieved after six months to a year, once the swelling has fully subsided[2]. That said, you’ll get a first glimpse of the result within 10 days once the swelling has gone down significantly.
After a year, the nose will have settled into its new shape and will look even more natural.
Here’s a video report on rhinoplasty in Tunisia
Before and after photos of a rhinoplasty
How much does a rhinoplasty in Tunisia cost?
British patients, like many others, generally prefer to have a rhinoplasty abroad, and Tunisia is a popular choice. The main reason is the much more accessible price. In Tunisian clinics, the price of a rhinoplasty ranges from £1,600 to £2,900. This price covers accommodation, the operation, the anaesthetist, airport transfer and medication.
Quality healthcare
Beyond the prices, Tunisia has a well-structured private sector built around clinics that regularly receive international patients. What’s worth checking before booking is the surgeon’s qualifications, the number of rhinoplasties they perform each year, and the name of the clinic where they operate.
How to get a rhinoplasty in Tunisia?
Between booking flights, booking a hotel and choosing a clinic (as not all clinics are equal), the process is time-consuming. That’s why a support service exists: it brings together in a single file itemised quotes from several clinics, the surgery date and the airport transfer, which a patient wouldn’t get by contacting clinics one by one.
Struggling to choose the right clinic at the best price? Our British coordinator can help you free of charge with the success of your procedure in Tunisia. Ask us for a free quote.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a rhinoplasty cost in Tunisia?
The package ranges from £1,600 to £2,900 in Tunisia, compared with £4,000 to £7,000 in the UK. Ultrasonic rhinoplasty ranges from £2,300 to £3,200, and a revision from £2,400 to £3,500. Accommodation and transfers are included.
Rhinoplasty or septorhinoplasty: what’s the difference?
Rhinoplasty changes the shape of the nose. Septorhinoplasty also involves straightening the septum when it affects breathing. Both procedures are done in the same surgery, and the Tunisian package then ranges from £2,000 to £2,600.
Are prices shown in dinars or pounds?
The package for international patients is agreed and billed in euros locally, and shown here converted to pounds for your convenience. Figures you may find online in dinars only reflect the local cost of the procedure alone: they don’t include accommodation, transfers or follow-up care.
When is the result final?
Two to three months give a good preview. The final appearance only shows between six months and a year, once the swelling in the tip has fully subsided. A first glimpse of the result appears once the splint is removed, around the tenth day[2].
Is rhinoplasty covered by the NHS?
Cosmetic rhinoplasty is generally not funded on the NHS. Septoplasty carried out for a documented breathing problem may be treated differently, so check with the NHS or your GP about your own situation. A procedure carried out abroad remains entirely at your own expense.
What if a touch-up is needed once back home?
This should first be discussed with the surgeon who performed the operation. Research shows that complications from surgery performed abroad fall back on the patient’s home country[6]. Check what your package covers in case of a revision before you travel.
Do I need a second trip to have the splint removed?
The packing comes out around day two, the splint between day five and day ten[2]. A five-night package therefore ends before that: the splint removal is then done by a practitioner back in the UK, so plan for this before you leave.
Sources & References
- ISAPS. ISAPS International Survey on Aesthetic/Cosmetic Procedures 2024. 2025. View source
- SOFCPRE, fiche d’information sur la rhinoplastie, reproduite par le service de chirurgie plastique du CHU d’Angers. 2024. View source
- Armanfar S, Rasti Ardakani M, Vahidiataabadi M. Piezoelectric Versus Conventional Rhinoplasty: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 2026. View source
- Safia A, Abd Elhadi U, Farhat R, Elgrinawi S, Safieh J, Bader R, et al. Is Piezosurgery Associated with Improved Patient Outcomes Compared to Conventional Osteotomy in Rhinoplasty? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of RCTs. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2024. View source
- Assurance Maladie. Déviation de la cloison nasale et septoplastie. 2025. View source
- Tay JQ, Lo S. Complications of cosmetic surgery tourism. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2022. View source
