If you are traveling to India for medical treatment, you need an Indian Medical Visa (e-Medical Visa). This guide covers everything you need to know — documents required, how to apply, processing time, and common mistakes to avoid.

The Indian Medical Visa (also called e-Medical Visa or MED Visa) is a special visa category for foreign nationals traveling to India for medical treatment. It allows:

• Multiple entries (up to 3 entries)
• Stay of up to 60 days per visit
• Extension possible in India if treatment requires longer stay

You need an Indian Medical Visa if you are traveling to India specifically for:

• Surgery (heart, cancer, transplant, orthopedic, etc.)
• Cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy)
• Organ transplant
• IVF or fertility treatment
• Any other medical procedure

Note: If you are traveling for tourism and happen to see a doctor, a tourist visa is sufficient.

Mandatory documents:

1. Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
2. Recent passport-size photograph (white background)
3. Completed online application form
4. Hospital invitation letter from an Indian hospital
5. Medical reports/diagnosis documents
6. Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
7. Return flight ticket (or booking confirmation)

Additional documents for some countries:

• Proof of residence
• Employment letter or business registration
• Previous visa copies (if applicable)

Step 1: Get Hospital Invitation Letter Before applying, you need an official invitation letter from your Indian hospital. Wise Health Healthcare provides this letter free of charge for all our patients.

Step 2: Apply Online Visit the official Indian e-Visa portal: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/

Select "e-Medical Visa" as the visa type.

Step 3: Fill Application Form Complete all sections carefully. Common mistakes that cause rejection:

• Incorrect passport number
• Wrong date of birth format
• Incomplete address details
• Missing medical condition description

Step 4: Pay Visa Fee Visa fees vary by country. Most countries pay $25–$80 USD. Payment by credit/debit card.

Step 5: Wait for Approval Processing time: 3–5 business days for most countries.

Family members accompanying the patient can apply for e-Medical Attendant Visa. Up to 2 attendants are allowed per patient.

Required documents for attendant:

• Same as patient visa
• Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate)
• Patient's visa copy

We provide free visa assistance for all our patients:

1. Hospital Invitation Letter — Official letter from your treating hospital
2. Support Letter — Our letter explaining the medical necessity
3. Document Checklist — Country-specific list of required documents
4. Application Review — We review your application before submission
5. Visa Tracking — We monitor your application status

Our patients have a 100% visa approval rate when they follow our guidance.

1. Missing hospital invitation letter
2. Incomplete medical documents
3. Passport validity less than 6 months
4. Incorrect information in application
5. Insufficient proof of funds

If your treatment takes longer than expected, you can extend your visa at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) in Delhi. Your hospital can provide a letter supporting the extension.

Contact Wise Health Healthcare for free visa assistance and a hospital invitation letter.

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