Ibuprofen, Panadol, Grandpa Pain killers box of 12 dosses
24.50 LYD
Mobile package local network providers’ talk-time, data and messages
65 LYD
1 month of gym subscription.
105 LYD
Earphones original (Samsung. iPhone)
90 LYD
Unisex Loris perfume
30 LYD
Gadgets maintenance and repairs (cellphone, laptops, tablets...) starting price.
100 LYD
Smart phones (Samsung, Xiaomi, HTC, IPhone) price range upwards
1000 LYD
Laptops (Samsung, Lenovo, Hp, Monster, Dell etc.) price range upwards
3000 LYD
Entertainment
Boat cruise with refreshments and finger snacks
120 LYD
Go carting 30mins
120 LYD
Movie House 3d cinema
30 LYD
Summer Festivals (jet, bumper cars, lucky deep ...(per ticket)
15 LYD
Photo shoot
120 LYD
Cappuccino / expresso/ coffee
12.50 LYD
3 course dinner local restaurant two people
96.50 LYD
3 course dinner classy, exotic restaurant two people
150 LYD
Play station 4 console without games.
2000 LYD
Spalding Basketball
200 LYD
Original branded Racket and Wilson’s tennis balls
500 LYD
Transportation
Taxi fare on average 5-10km
45 LYD
Public transport per trip one way maximum fare
30 LYD
1 liter petrol/diesel
6.50 LYD
1 day rent a car cost
140 LYD
Driver’s license
2300 LYD
Clothes
1 pair of jeans (Denim or similar)
150 LYD
1 pair of men’s formal shoes
215 LYD
1 pair original sport/casual shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands)
280 LYD
1 classy summer dress (Zara, H&M or similar retailers)
135.79 LYD
Ladies formal shoes original and durable
120 LYD
Back-pack, gym bag (Nike, Adidas, New balance)
150 LYD
We can plan it all but without a clear picture of our daily expenditure, our travel plans an oftentimes rendered fruitless in the end. We wish your preparations to study in Libya be as smooth as possible and therefore have dedicated this piece to enlighten you on the cost of living in Libya, thus eliminating the later burden thereof! Stay free from uncertainty by going through this guide and plan well your journey with RocApply Libya!!
Groceries
The cost of groceries in Libya is average compared to the surrounding regions. The items include consumables, cleaning products, dairy, fresh fruit and vegetables, general food products, snacks, soft drinks. Average grocery prices in a major international retail store for 1 kg apples is USD$7, 1 kg oranges USD$3, 1 head lettuce USD$1.63, 1 kg potatoes USD$1.50, 1 kg boneless, skinless, chicken breast USD$20, 1 kg cheddar cheese USD$20, 1 dozen large eggs USD$5, 500g loaf white bread USD$0.50, 1 L full cream milk USD$4, and 1.5 L water USD$1.50.
Clothing
The cost is very high for items such as business, casual, and children's clothing and footwear. The average price for an international brand of men’s jeans is USD$80, a quality international brand of running shoes USD$130, men's leather shoes suitable for office wear USD$123 while a medium-size international summer dress for ladies from a global chain store is USD$70.
Accommodation
If you are an international student usually accommodation on-campus can be arranged But for those who intend to stay outside university premises your rentals options may vary between USD$300 to USD$500 a month, per month, excluding utilities.
Transport
Usually, students have less need for transport especially because most prefer to rent within walkable distances to the university. However, the cost is low for items such as fuel (petrol/gasoline), car hire, public transport, vehicle purchase, and maintenance. The average price over the last year for the highest available octane petrol/gasoline (1L) is USD$0.30 and about USD$0.50 for hiring over 1km.
Monthly Budget
Those interested in simple living should budget between $800 or less monthly. Generally, this budget allows for bus rides and the occasional taxi, big trips to the marketplace, and a few restaurant meals each month. While you can choose to live in relative luxury, employing full-time housekeepers, commuting by car, enjoying exquisite homes, and consuming imported goods such as lifestyles can easily amount to $1200 or more monthly.