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Treatment in India for overseas patients

Planning treatment in India from abroad: how to choose an accredited hospital and a registered doctor, the medical visa, costs, and arranging follow-up once you are home.

Medical travel
Coming to India for treatment: medical visas, FRRO rules and choosing a hospital
Apply at least 4 days before arrival
Updated 2 Nov 2026

Official sources

Indian visa portal for the e-Medical and e-Medical Attendant visas
NABH the national accreditation board for hospitals
National Medical Commission where doctors’ registrations can be checked