Healthcare for retirees in Tunisia
Living abroad and your healthcare
Once you move to Tunisia and are no longer resident in the UK, you can no longer rely on the NHS for your day-to-day healthcare. That is why planning your health cover is one of the most important parts of preparing to live in Tunisia. The good news is that Tunisia has an excellent network of private clinics, and Silver Resorts is on hand to help you access them.
Private healthcare in Tunisia
Tunisia offers a high standard of medical care through modern, well-equipped and specialised private clinics. These clinics treat a wide range of conditions and are used to caring for international patients. As a resident, you will mainly use this private system rather than a public health service, so it is essential to arrange appropriate cover.
Health insurance: the essential step
Because you will be treated privately, comprehensive private health insurance is strongly recommended before you settle in Tunisia. A good policy should cover consultations, hospital treatment and, ideally, repatriation if you ever need to return home for care. Rules and entitlements differ from one insurer and one country to another, so take the time to compare cover and read the small print.
For your particular situation, and to understand any entitlements you may keep as a UK citizen, we recommend speaking to a UK-based adviser or a specialist expat health insurer before you leave. It is worth sorting this out well in advance, as arranging the right policy can take a little time.
How care works day to day
Silver Resorts works hand in hand with local private clinics. Should you need hospital treatment, our team helps coordinate your admission so you are seen promptly, and a member of staff can accompany you and liaise with the clinic. This close relationship with trusted clinics is one of the reasons residents feel secure with us.
For anything relating to your insurance, reimbursements or any cover you keep in the UK, your insurer and a UK adviser are the right people to guide you. On the ground in Tunisia, we make sure you can reach quality care quickly and without stress.
Frequently asked questions
Am I still covered by the NHS if I move to Tunisia?
No. Once you are no longer resident in the UK, you lose access to routine NHS care. In Tunisia you rely on private healthcare, so it is essential to take out private health insurance that covers you locally.
What kind of healthcare will I use in Tunisia?
You will mainly use Tunisia's private clinics, which are modern, well-equipped and used to treating international patients. Silver Resorts works closely with these clinics so residents can be seen quickly.
Do I need health insurance to retire in Tunisia?
Yes. Comprehensive private health insurance is strongly recommended, and you should make sure it covers treatment in Tunisia and any repatriation. Speak to an insurer or adviser before you move.
Who can help me arrange care once I am in Tunisia?
Silver Resorts helps residents access local private clinics and coordinate care. For your insurance and any UK entitlements, we recommend taking advice before you leave.