Medical treatment in India for patients from Kenya
Estimated surgical packages typically 60–80% below private US and UK prices, one-connection flights from Nairobi, and a coordinator who meets you in Delhi.
- One-connection flights from Nairobi (NBO) and Mombasa (MBA) to Delhi
- Indian e-Medical visa applied online, with e-Medical Attendant visas for up to two companions
- Swahili interpreter arranged on request, subject to availability
- Estimated package ranges shown in USD and Kenyan shillings
Popular procedures for Kenyan patients
Estimated package ranges in India compared with the US and UK.
| Procedure | India | United States | United Kingdom | Saving in India | In hospital |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robotic Total Knee Replacement (TKR) | $4,300 – $7,300 | $35,000 – $60,000 | $15,000 – $22,000 | 51–93% | 4 days |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) | $5,300 – $8,700 | $70,000 – $200,000 | $25,000 – $45,000 | 65–97% | 8 days |
| Robotic Cancer Surgery | $6,700 – $11,000 | $40,000 – $90,000 | $20,000 – $35,000 | 45–93% | 5 days |
| Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy Protocols | $6,250 – $10,000 | $40,000 – $100,000 | $25,000 – $45,000 | 60–94% | 2 days |
| PCNL & Laser Kidney Stone Surgery (RIRS) | $2,000 – $3,300 | $15,000 – $30,000 | $6,000 – $10,000 | 45–93% | 2 days |
| Total Hip Replacement (THR) | $4,450 – $7,650 | $35,000 – $60,000 | $14,000 – $20,000 | 45–93% | 5 days |
Estimated package ranges in USD. Typically excluded: implant upgrades, specialised drugs and extended ICU days.
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Estimated costs in KES
- USD
- $4,300 – $7,300
- KES
- KES 555,990 – KES 943,890
Indicative rate: 1 USD ≈ 129.3 KES (as of 31 Jul 2026). Hospitals in India bill in INR or USD; your bank’s exchange rate and fees will differ. For patients from Kenya.
Indian e-Medical visa, step by step
- 1Send your reports for an independent review and estimated package range.
- 2When you decide to proceed, request the treating hospital’s visa invitation letter (your coordinator helps).
- 3Apply online on the official Indian e-Visa portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa), choosing the e-Medical visa. Up to two companions apply for e-Medical Attendant visas.
- 4Upload your passport bio page (valid for at least six months, with two blank pages), a recent photograph and the hospital letter, then pay the fee online.
- 5Decisions are commonly issued within about 72 hours. Apply at least a week before travel and print your approval for immigration in Delhi.
- 6After arrival, register with the FRRO online if your visa conditions require it; your coordinator helps with this and with any extension for longer treatment.
- Kenyan passport holders can apply for the Indian e-Medical visa online; confirm current eligibility on the official portal before booking.
- Carry a printed copy of the e-visa approval and the hospital's visa invitation letter for immigration in Delhi.
- The e-Medical visa typically allows up to three entries; check the current validity and stay limits on the official portal. See also our medical visa guide.
Flights and transit to Delhi (DEL)
Non-stop flights operate between Nairobi and Mumbai; Delhi is usually reached with one connection via Mumbai, Dubai, Doha or Addis Ababa.
- Departure airports
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO), Mombasa Moi International (MBA)
- Typical journey
- About 9–12 hours including one connection
- Indicative economy return fare
- US$550–950 per person
- Arrival
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi (DEL)
Your coordinator arranges airport reception and the road transfer. Hospitals in Delhi NCR are typically 30–60 minutes from DEL; the drive to Hisar, Haryana takes about 3.5–4 hours. Routes and schedules change, so confirm with airlines when booking.
Cultural and dietary support
- Halal meal options arranged near the hospital and your accommodation on request
- Locations of nearby mosques, churches and prayer spaces shared by your coordinator
- Serviced apartments and guest houses near the hospital for families
- Help with an Indian SIM card and currency exchange on arrival
Interpreter languages available on request: Swahili, English. Arranged independently by your coordinator, subject to availability.
Patients from Kenya often travel to India for cardiac surgery, joint replacement and cancer care when waiting times or costs at home are a concern. Bring your recent reports and scans so the specialist review can be completed before you fly.
Your coordinator plans the trip around your treatment: the visa invitation letter, airport reception in Delhi, the road transfer to the hospital, accommodation for your family, and follow-up by tele-consultation once you are home.
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Questions from patients in Kenya
Can I pay in Kenyan shillings?
Hospitals in India generally bill in Indian rupees or US dollars. Most patients pay by international bank transfer or card; the currency converter on this page gives an indicative KES figure.
How long does the e-Medical visa take?
Apply at least a week before travel. Decisions are commonly issued within about 72 hours, but timelines vary, so check the official portal.
Can a family member travel with me?
Yes. Up to two companions can apply for e-Medical Attendant visas linked to your application.