e-Medical for UK citizens travelling to India
Medical treatment in India may use the e-Medical visa on the Indian government portal when eligible.
For a full UK citizen passport. Other British passport types can follow a different rule.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Patients seeking treatment at recognised Indian hospitals. |
| Maximum stay | 60 days from first arrival in India, multiple entry within ETA validity (Indian government e-Visa FAQ (opens in a new tab)). |
| Cost | USD fee on the official fee table plus 3% bank charge. |
| Processing time | Apply within the 4–120 day window before travel. |
| How to apply | indianvisaonline.gov.in e-Medical category. |
| Official link | Use the authority’s own website. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications. · Indian government e-Visa (opens in a new tab) |
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Obtain a letter from the Indian hospital as required.
- Apply for e-Medical on the official site.
- Carry medical documents when you travel.
FAQ
Can attendants travel?
India offers e-Medical Attendant visas — apply on the same portal.
Is tourism allowed on e-Medical?
Use the visa only for the purpose granted.
Sources
- GOV.UK: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Visa portal (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Tourist visa fee table (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: e-Arrival card (opens in a new tab)
- Indian government: authorised visa portal, including the warning about agents (opens in a new tab)
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