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India e-Medical Visa 2026: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for International Patients<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Last updated: October 2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting the right visa is the first real step of any treatment trip to India \u2014 and the one patients worry about most. The good news is that the process is now fully online for most nationalities, and recent changes have made it easier. This guide walks you through it in plain language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Quick answer:<\/strong> If your country is eligible, apply online for an e-Medical Visa<\/strong> at the official Indian e-Visa portal, using a letter from your Indian hospital<\/strong>. Government figures say the e-Medical Visa now covers 176 countries<\/strong> and is valid for one year with multiple entries<\/strong>. Up to two family members<\/strong> can travel with you on an e-Medical Attendant Visa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

What Is the e-Medical Visa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s an electronic visa for people travelling to India specifically for medical treatment. You apply online \u2014 no embassy visit needed for eligible nationalities \u2014 and you don’t need an agent. The official portal says the service is designed to work without any intermediary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your family members or caregivers travel on a separate e-Medical Attendant Visa<\/strong>, linked to your visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Visa Do You Need?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Your situation<\/th>Visa to apply for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Surgery, hospital admission or ongoing treatment<\/td>e-Medical Visa<\/strong> (patient)<\/td><\/tr>
Family member or caregiver travelling with you (up to 2 people)<\/td>e-Medical Attendant Visa<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Ayurveda, yoga or traditional-medicine treatment<\/td>e-AYUSH Visa<\/strong> (and e-AYUSH Attendant Visa)<\/td><\/tr>
Outpatient consultation only, no hospital stay<\/td>A tourist or business visa can cover this, but confirm with the hospital first<\/td><\/tr>
Your country is not eligible for e-Visa<\/td>Regular medical visa<\/strong> through the Indian embassy or high commission<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Choose the correct category. Using a tourist visa for major surgery or hospital admission can cause problems at immigration.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Apply: 6 Simple Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Choose your hospital and share your reports.<\/strong> Send your medical records and ask for a written treatment plan and cost estimate. Share your reports with Home of Healthcare<\/strong><\/a> and we’ll match you to the right accredited hospital.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Get your hospital invitation letter.<\/strong> The Indian hospital issues this letter \u2014 it’s the key document for your application. Hospitals generate it through the government’s Medical and Ayush Visa Portal, and each letter carries a unique reference number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Apply online.<\/strong> Go to the official Indian e-Visa portal<\/a>,<\/strong> select e-Medical Visa<\/strong>, fill in the form and upload your documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Pay the fee.<\/strong> The fee depends on your country and is non-refundable, whether the visa is granted or not. Payment must be made at least 4 days before your travel date<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Wait for approval.<\/strong> Embassy guidance says processing usually takes about 3\u20135 working days<\/strong>. We recommend applying 2\u20134 weeks before you travel<\/strong> to leave a safe buffer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Complete your arrival steps.<\/strong> Print your visa approval, and complete the e-Arrival Card on the official portal before you fly. Check current timing on the portal \u2014 it has been advised about 72 hours before boarding.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n


    Applying from a country that isn’t e-Visa eligible?<\/strong> Some embassies and high commissions still handle medical visas in person or by appointment, and may ask for a referral letter from your local doctor as well as the Indian hospital’s invitation letter. Check your nearest Indian mission’s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Documents Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Required for your application:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n