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India medical visa

India issues a dedicated Medical Visa for treatment abroad — apply online via the e-Medical portal or through an Indian consulate. Processing typically takes 3-5 working days for e-visa, longer for sticker visa. Two attendant visas (Medical Attendant Visa, M-X) can be issued for immediate family travelling with the patient.

3,590 hospitals Last updated May 5, 2026.

India

Medical Visa (e-Medical available)

Takes about 4 days
Processing
About 4 days
Stay allowed
60 days
Extendable
Yes
Family can come
Yes
Documents you need
  • Invitation letter from the Indian hospital on letterhead · we help you get it
  • Preliminary diagnosis / treatment plan
  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Recent passport photo
  • Proof of funds
  • Return-ticket itinerary
  • For long-stay cases (>180 days): FRRO registration at the destination city within 14 days of arrival.

Visa-free entry and e-visa eligibility depend on your nationality. Check the official website or ask your coordinator before you apply.

Official visa website
Insider tip

The e-Medical visa is faster but capped at 60 days per visit and 3 entries per year — for transplants or multi-stage oncology that needs longer stays, apply for a sticker Medical Visa at your consulate instead. Attendants must travel together with the patient for e-Medical; sticker visas are more flexible.

From first enquiry to boarding pass

  1. Share your case

    Upload imaging + current treatment plan. We share with 2-3 hospitals, get back itemized quotes in 48 hr.

    Day 1-2

  2. Pick a hospital

    Confirm the chosen hospital in India. They issue the invitation letter + treatment plan letter on letterhead.

    Day 3-5

  3. Apply for visa

    Submit Medical Visa (e-Medical available) application with hospital documentation. Processed in ~4 working days.

    Day 6-10

  4. Finalise travel

    Book flights + accommodation. Your coordinator arranges airport pickup, SIM card, interpreter if needed.

    1-2 weeks pre-travel

  5. Arrive + treat

    Land → check in → case manager meets you at the hospital. Everything pre-scheduled.

    Day of arrival

Common visa questions

Do I need a medical visa for India?

Yes — India requires a Medical Visa (e-Medical available) for treatment travel. Processing typically takes 4 working days.

How long does the visa last?

60 days, extendable. Family attendants can be included on related visa categories.

Can family members travel with me?

Yes — most destinations including India issue attendant visas for immediate family travelling with the patient. Relationship documentation is typically required.

What should I prepare before applying?

Get your hospital's invitation letter in writing (not just email), translate civil documents if required, photograph your passport + photos in advance, and have 3-6 months of bank statements ready. Your case manager prepares most of this bundle for you.

Is Medcasts help with the visa included?

Yes — visa invitation letter, documentation checklist, and embassy-appointment coordination are all part of the standard case-manager service. You handle the in-person appointment if one is required; we handle the paperwork bundle.

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