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Visa Type	Visa Cost	Service Fee	Number of Entries	Max Stay	Visa Validity	Processing Time
Tourist eVisa	Visa Cost USD 102.50	Service Fee USD 35.00	Number of Entries Multiple	Max Stay 180 days	Visa Expires 1 year after issued	Processing Time 36 hours	Apply Now
Business eVisa	Visa Cost USD 102.50	Service Fee USD 45.00	Number of Entries Multiple	Max Stay 180 days	Visa Expires 1 year after today	Processing Time 36 hours	Apply Now
Medical eVisa	Visa Cost USD 102.50	Service Fee USD 45.00	Number of Entries Triple	Max Stay 60 days	Visa Expires 60 days after arrival	Processing Time 48 hours	Apply Now

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Learn More: Medical eVisa

In November 2014, the Government of India introduced an online tourist Visa (e-Visa) for 43 countries. This was done to promote travel to India, as travelers no longer had to visit the embassy to get their visa. In 2015, India rolled out the e-Visa program to other major world countries. In April 2017, India retooled its e-Visa program, introducing a special visa subcategory for medical travelers.

At present, medical travelers from more than 160 countries can apply for a Medical e-Visa. Travelers who use the Medical e-Visa program apply, pay a fee online and receive their electronic visa online before traveling to India. Unlike the Tourist and Business e-Visas, medical travelers can enter the country up to 3 times with the e-Visa. The process has really simplified things for medical travelers who are seeking treatment in India.

The e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within India. Applicants will receive their medical visas via email, after filling the application form with the necessary information and once the online credit card payment is completed.

Important Instructions

The Indian Medical e-Visa allows for 3 (three) entries into India (triple entry visa).
Despite the Indian Medical e-Visa being a triple entry visa, it is important to note that the Indian Medical e-Visa can be used a maximum of three times in a calendar year i.e. between January and December.
Travelers are ONLY able to get 2 e-Visas per calendar year.
The Indian Medical e-Visa is valid for 120 days after issue. You can enter India on any date within this period. Please note that if you apply outside the 120 days, iVisa provides a special service that ensures the application goes through on the correct date. This allows travelers to apply at any time.
The visa holder can stay in the territory of the country for no more than 60 calendar days.
The applicant should carry a copy of the Indian visa along with him/her at the time of travel.
The Indian Medical e-Visa is valid for entry through 26 designated Airports (i.e. Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Calicut, Chennai, Chandigarh, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Gaya, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune, Tiruchirapalli, Trivandrum, Varanasi & Vishakhapatnam) and 5 designated seaports (i.e. Cochin, Goa, Mangalore, Mumbai, Chennai). However, travelers can exit from any of the authorized Immigration Check Posts (ICPs) in India.
The Indian Medical e-Visa is non-extendable.
Your passport should have at least six months validity from the date of arrival in India, and two blank pages.
Nationals of Yellow Fever affected countries must carry a yellow fever vaccination card at the time of arrival in India, otherwise they may be quarantined for 6 days upon arrival in India. See Yellow Fever countries here
Applicants must arrive using the same passport with which they applied for the Medical e-Visa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

India Medical eVisa FAQ

What is an India Medical e-Visa?

The Medical e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within India. The purpose of travel must be medical and treatment must be received at a reputed/recognized hospital or treatment center in India.

What do I need to apply for the India Medical e-Visa?

We require the following to submit your application:

A digital copy of the bio page of your passport in PDF format.
A digital passport photo in JPEG format.
A letter from the hospital in India on its letterhead in PDF format.
A credit/debit card or Paypal account.

What is the cost to obtain an Indian Medical e-Visa?

The cost of an India Medical e-Visa is 27 USD, 51.50 USD, or 102.50 USD, depending on your nationality. You can use our visa checker at the top of the page to determine what the cost is for your specific nationality. Additionally, there is a service fee of 45 USD for standard processing. For rush processing and super rush processing the service fee is 75 USD and 110 USD, respectively.

How long does it take to process an India Medical e-Visa?

It depends on the processing time you choose. We offer three options:

Standard Processing: 5 business days.
Rush Processing: 3 business days.
Super Rush Processing: 2 business days.

How long is the Indian Medical e-Visa valid for?

The India Medical e-Visa is valid for 120 days after issue. This means you must enter India within 120 days of issuance.

IMPORTANT: The government of India allows you to stay for a maximum of 60 days from the first date of arrival in India. Bear in mind that a second or third entry, if desired, will have to be made within those 60 days.

What conditions must the applicant’s passport meet for the Indian Medical e-Visa?

Your passport should have at least six months validity from the date of arrival in India and two blank pages.

How many Medical e-Visas can I obtain within a year?

You are allowed a maximum of 3 e-Visas in a given calendar year (Jan - Dec).

How will I receive the Medical e-Visa to India?

Once approved, we will send you the e-Visa via email, which you must present upon entry to India.

What should I do after I receive the Indian Medical e-Visa?

Once you have received the approved Medical e-Visa, you must print at least one copy of the document and present it to the border authorities upon your arrival in India, along with the same passport that was used for the online application. It is recommended to keep a copy of the e-Visa with you at all times throughout your stay.

How long can I stay in India with a Medical e-Visa?

The maximum stay allowed is 60 days per entry.

How many entries does the Medical e-Visa allow?

Medical e-Visa allows for 3 entries, meaning you can enter and leave India 3 times during its validity period of 120 days.

What are the ports of entry and exit to India that I may use when using the Medical Indian e-Visa?

Indian Medical e-Visa is valid for entry through 26 designated Airports (i.e. Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Calicut, Chennai, Chandigarh, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Gaya, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune, Tiruchirapalli, Trivandrum, Varanasi & Vishakhapatnam) and 5 designated seaports (i.e. Cochin, Goa, Mangalore, Mumbai, Chennai). However, travelers can exit from any of the authorized Immigration Check Posts (ICPs) in India.

Do I need to enter India on the exact date specified in my Medical e-Visa application?

The validity period of your e-Visa begins from the date specified in your approved Medical e-Visa document. You can enter India on any date within this validity period.

Do I require a yellow fever vaccination when traveling to India?

It will depend. India will require proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever. You can see more information here

Learn more about India Tourism

India may still be a developing country, but it got some things right. Of course, there are some sectors within the state’s institutions that are very well managed, but improvements are needed in others. In the meantime, you would probably like to know that India is a country known for medical tourism. It may be hard to believe for some of you, but India’s medical tourism is a multi-billion dollar industry. The numbers show that people outside of India will spend up to 7 billion dollars by the year 2020. The reason why India is chosen as a destination for medical care is the costs, of course. As you can imagine, the cost of healthcare is way cheaper there than in the United States, for example. Plus, your chances of getting the same quality of services are pretty high. So, as a result, instead of spending hundreds of thousands of dollars in the US for a particular medical procedure, people go to India and end up spending just a few tens of thousands. That is a pretty significant difference, don’t you think? Even if India is a developing country, you should probably know that they have the latest medical technology in some of their hospitals. As you can imagine, technology is not the only thing that matters, and human resources are just as important. Even so, the doctors in hospitals known for medical tourism are often educated and trained in Western countries such as the UK and the US. Basically, you get the same treatment but at a much lower cost. At least in some cases, that is. As far as cost is concerned, just to get a clear picture, the cost of medical treatment is about ten times lower in India than the US or UK. Some people go there for alternative medicine, but you can also use India’s healthcare for hip replacement, cardiac bypass, eye surgery, and bone-marrow transplants. Believe it or not, India is one of the best countries when it comes to heart surgeries. So, should you have heart problems that require surgery and you cannot afford treatment in your home country (knock on wood,) going to India to get the care you need is not something that should be overlooked. Medical tourism does work, and thousands of people do it every single year. The first concern people have is the quality of care. After all, we are talking about a developing country and small prices. That can give people the wrong idea that what is cheap lacks quality but this is not always the case. In fact, India has 33 JCI accredited hospitals, and the place you want to go for medical care is Chennai. The city hosts the most visited hospitals. As far as the foreigners are concerned. According to statistics, Chennai has 12,500 hospital beds, and about half of the occupied ones are occupied by foreigners. The hospitals are very well equipped, and the personnel is highly qualified. Before checking yourself into an Indian hospital, one of the most important things is to find the right doctor and the right hospitals. It is a combination that can make the difference between a successful treatment and a lovely stay and one that is not. It may seem a superficial thing to some of you, but in reality, the doctor-hospital combination is crucial. After all, not all hospitals are specialized on certain health issues, and it goes the same for doctors. The point is that the process of finding the right hospital and physician can take more time than you think. Once you do find the combination, there will be a lengthy process that requires a lot of emails back and forth. Not to mention the medical letters and whatnot. One of the things that you do not need to worry yourself with is communication. You would think that it may be an issue since you probably do not speak Hindu. Rest assured that the majority of the medical personnel you will find in hospitals speaks English. Plus, a lot of them studied abroad, in English. The only issue may be the fact that you do not speak English very well, which is highly unlikely since you are reading this article right now. The Government of India noticed the phenomenon of medical tourism in its country, which is why it has simplified the process of foreigners getting into the country for medical purposes. Before the officials came up with the idea of simplification, it was pretty hard to come back for check-ups. There was a long waiting period, and the overall process was tedious. However, that changed, and you can now get whatever document you need in just a couple of days, literally. Plus, the requirements are easy to meet, which is a big plus. The purpose was to focus more on the health and less on bureaucracy. While that does not solve many issues, the effort must be commended. Believe it or not, a lot of people are put off by complicated processed of getting the proper documentation. At the end of the day, the question remains whether or not you would go to India if you had a medical issue that requires expensive treatments. I suppose that the answer would be ‘why not?’ As long as the hospitals in India are well equipped, and the staff is very well trained, it is of little matter where you are getting your treatment. Plus, there is no reason why you should go bankrupt when you get sick when you know that there is someplace else where you can get the same care but at a lower cost. Makes sense, right? People have a lot of misconceptions about India. Yes, it has its issues, just like any other country, but when it comes to health care, you would be surprised. After all, there is a reason why medical tourism increases year by year in India, and it can only be the fact that doctors and facilities there are more than satisfactory. If you can get that at a lower cost, that is even better.

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What is an eVisa?

An e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within a certain country. The e-Visa is an alternative to visas issued at the ports of entry or visiting an embassy/consulate to obtain traditional paper visas. e-Visas are linked electronically to the traveler's passport.

How do I know when I need a visa?

Our service starts with information. You can use our up-to-date visa requirements tool to search if you need a travel visa. It's as simple as telling us where you are from and where you are going. Based on this information we will tell you how much the visa costs, the number of entries, the start date and give you an action step such as applying directly on our site!

How long is my visa valid for and how much does it cost?

The best place to find this information is our visa requirement tool. Each country has different entry rules and visa fees. If you are in a rush you can also apply online and the form will give you this information as well.

Once I apply, when I will receive my visa?

It depends on the country issuing the visa. For many countries such as Australia ETA and Turkey e-Visa, the process can be done in 15 minutes through our rush service. For other countries such as the India tourist Visa, the process usually takes 24 hours. The exact time can be found on each application form. What we guarantee is that your application with iVisa will be the fastest way to apply anywhere.

What are the specifications for printing the e-Visa?

The documents must be printed on a sheet of blank A4 white paper. Double-side or reduced printing will not be accepted.

Why choose iVisa?

We help you get your travel visa in the simplest and fastest way possible. Through easy-to-use online application forms and world-class 24/7 customer service, we make the whole visa process quick and simple! We also use best practices when it comes to protecting your data and credit card.

What kind of visas does iVisa process?

iVisa offers two types of Visa: Electronic visas (e-Visas) and traditional paper visas, based on your destination. In addition, we also offer the following services/documents that are required by certain countries: ETA (electronic travel authorization), Tourist Cards, Visa on Arrival pre-registration/approval form, Tourist Invitation Letters, and Embassy Registration service.

How do I apply?

Select the country to which you are requesting the visa
Select the type of visa and read the instructions carefully.
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Fill in the application form
Pay using a Visa Card, Mastercard or other debit card.
Await approval via email, then download and print the e-Visa from your account.
Present your printed e-Visa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.

Why does iVisa charge a service fee?

Please note most countries offer the ability to process a travel visa without a service fee. The main reason we process thousands of travel visas per month is we save you time and frustration. Our service includes an easy to use website and application form. It is much easier to process your application with us especially for mobile users and large groups. We send all of our clients the visa days before travel. This is especially helpful for those passengers who purchase the visa months in advance. We also have a 24-hour customer service with professionals that are based in the United States and speak English. We accept multi-currencies and our website can be translated into over 20 languages. We believe our fee is worth your time and sanity but please note all governments do have their own "free" service.

Where can I check the status of my visa application?

If you have already applied on our site, please log in to your account and look for your order/application. An account is generated for you automatically after payment is received. Click the link in your confirmation email to set up a password or visit the log in page to set up the password and enter the account. Please note in most cases your visa will be delivered to you via email and can be found in your account after logging in.

If my visa is rejected, do I receive a refund?

If your visa application is not approved by the government agency, we will provide a full refund under our approval guarantee. If for any reason, you are not satisfied with our service please contact us via chat and we will provide a refund of your service fee. If a mistake is made on your application, we will process your visa again at no cost. Please note refunds are credited back to the same credit card used.

I made a mistake on my personal information when processing the visa. Can I modify the form?

If we have not processed your visa, we can make changes without a problem. We do check your information for mistakes as well. If you have already processed your visa, If we have submitted your application to the appropriate government agencies, some will allow to make changes, while others do not. Please contact us immediately (preferably through chat) if you notice an error on your application.

Do I require a vaccine when traveling abroad?

Some countries may require proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever. You can see more info here: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list It's the passenger´s own responsibility to verify these regulations before traveling to the chosen country.

How can I get an invoice for my order?

In order to download your invoice, please log in to your account and download it directly from there.

What should I do if my e-Visa is lost, defaced or damaged?

You may reprint the e-Visa in your email account. Alternatively, you may retrieve and reprint the e-Visa by using your iVisa account.

Is my credit card information safe?

Yes. The iVisa system does not retain your credit card information after the transaction is processed.

If approved, does this guarantee my admission to the country I am applying for?

All visas grant travelers the permission to travel to a country's port of entry. Whether you are granted entry or not will be at the discretion of the Immigration Officer at the entry point.

If I wish to cancel my visa application, do I receive a refund?

If your visa application has not been submitted for processing you will receive a full refund. However, if your application has been submitted, then we will not be able to provide a refund.

Does the processing times for a visa include shipping times?

When the visa has to be shipped to you, the processing times do not include this shipping time. It is from when we receive your application to obtaining the approval. Most visas (e-Visas) are sent via email upon approval so shipping times will not apply.

Are you affiliated with any of the governments that you process visas for?

No, we are not affiliated with any government agencies. We are a private company that specializes in processing travel visas for travelers worldwide.

If my visa is not approved, can you tell me the reason?

Unfortunately, we are not able to, since the government agencies do not inform us of the reason(s) behind the decisions.

If my visa is not approved, what are my options?

If your visa is not approved, we advise that you contact the nearest embassy/consulate for more information on what your options are.

What forms of payment to you accept?

We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and PayPal.

What happens if I'm applying from an overseas territory or a dependency from another country?

All citizens from these territories applying through our website will have their application processed with the nationality/citizenship specified in their passport. As an example, a traveler from Puerto Rico will have their request processed as USA nationality. This does not apply to the travelers under the BOTC (British Overseas Territories Citizen) category according to the British Overseas Territories Act of 2002.

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