Medical treatment in India for patients from Nigeria
Estimated surgical packages typically 60–80% below private US and UK prices, with one-connection flights from Lagos and Abuja and help at every step of the trip.
- One-connection flights from Lagos (LOS) and Abuja (ABV) to Delhi
- Indian e-Medical visa applied online, with companion visas for up to two attendants
- Estimated package ranges shown in USD and naira
- Reports reviewed before you travel, so you fly with a plan
Popular procedures for Nigerian 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 |
| Total Hip Replacement (THR) | $4,450 – $7,650 | $35,000 – $60,000 | $14,000 – $20,000 | 45–93% | 5 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 |
| Multi-Level Spinal Fusion | $7,450 – $12,400 | $80,000 – $200,000 | $30,000 – $50,000 | 59–96% | 8 days |
Estimated package ranges in USD. Typically excluded: implant upgrades, specialised drugs and extended ICU days.
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Estimated costs in NGN
- USD
- $4,300 – $7,300
- NGN
- NGN 5,891,000 – NGN 10,001,000
Indicative rate: 1 USD ≈ 1,370 NGN (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 Nigeria.
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.
- Nigerian passport holders can apply for the Indian e-Medical visa online; confirm current eligibility and requirements on the official portal before booking.
- Keep printed copies of your e-visa approval, hospital letter and return ticket for transit and arrival checks.
- 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)
There are no non-stop flights between Nigeria and Delhi; most routes connect once via Addis Ababa, Dubai, Doha or Nairobi.
- Departure airports
- Lagos Murtala Muhammed International (LOS), Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International (ABV)
- Typical journey
- About 12–16 hours including one connection
- Indicative economy return fare
- US$900–1,450 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 churches, mosques 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: English, Hausa (on request). Arranged independently by your coordinator, subject to availability.
Nigerian patients commonly travel to India for orthopaedic, cardiac and cancer treatment. Sharing your reports before travel lets the specialist team confirm the plan and the estimated cost, so there are fewer surprises on arrival.
Because flights involve a connection, your coordinator plans the arrival in Delhi, airport reception, the road transfer to the hospital and accommodation for your companions.
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Questions from patients in Nigeria
Can I pay in naira?
Hospitals in India generally bill in Indian rupees or US dollars. The converter on this page shows an indicative naira figure; your bank's rate and fees will differ.
Which transit routes are easiest?
Routes via Addis Ababa, Dubai or Doha are common. Check whether your transit airport requires a transit visa for your passport.
Can I send reports before I decide to travel?
Yes. Upload your reports for an independent review and estimated package range before you book anything.