Medical treatment in India for patients from the UAE
Direct 3.5–4 hour flights to Delhi and estimated packages typically well below private UAE hospital prices, with Arabic interpreters arranged on request.
- Direct flights from Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Sharjah (SHJ) to Delhi
- Arabic interpreter arranged on request
- Halal meals and prayer-space information arranged by your coordinator
- Estimated package ranges shown in USD and dirhams
Popular procedures for UAE 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 |
| Multi-Level Spinal Fusion | $7,450 – $12,400 | $80,000 – $200,000 | $30,000 – $50,000 | 59–96% | 8 days |
| Bariatric Surgery (Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve) | $3,900 – $6,450 | $15,000 – $30,000 | $9,000 – $15,000 | 28–87% | 3 days |
| Robotic Cancer Surgery | $6,700 – $11,000 | $40,000 – $90,000 | $20,000 – $35,000 | 45–93% | 5 days |
| Heart Valve Replacement | $6,800 – $11,250 | $80,000 – $200,000 | $30,000 – $50,000 | 63–97% | 9 days |
Estimated package ranges in USD. Typically excluded: implant upgrades, specialised drugs and extended ICU days.
Detailed comparisons with United Arab Emirates: Robotic Total Knee Replacement (TKR) · Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) · Multi-Level Spinal Fusion · Bariatric Surgery (Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve)
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Estimated costs in AED
- USD
- $4,300 – $7,300
- AED
- AED 15,792 – AED 26,809
Indicative rate: 1 USD ≈ 3.673 AED (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 United Arab Emirates.
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.
- Visa eligibility depends on the passport you hold, not on UAE residency. Expatriate residents apply according to their own nationality.
- Emirati citizens can apply for the Indian e-Medical visa online; check the official portal for any alternative arrangements for your passport.
- 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)
Several airlines fly non-stop from Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah to Delhi every day.
- Departure airports
- Dubai International (DXB), Abu Dhabi Zayed International (AUH), Sharjah International (SHJ)
- Typical journey
- About 3.5–4 hours non-stop (direct options available)
- Indicative economy return fare
- US$250–500 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 meals arranged at your accommodation and on request during the hospital stay
- Locations of nearby mosques and prayer spaces shared by your coordinator
- Arabic-speaking interpreter on request, subject to availability
- Family serviced apartments near the hospital
Interpreter languages available on request: Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu. Arranged independently by your coordinator, subject to availability.
Short non-stop flights make India a practical option for residents of the UAE who face high private costs or want a second opinion for planned surgery. Many patients combine a specialist review of their reports with an estimated package before deciding.
Your coordinator arranges airport reception in Delhi, the road transfer to the hospital, an Arabic interpreter if needed, and accommodation near the hospital for your family.
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Questions from patients in United Arab Emirates
I live in the UAE but hold another passport. Which visa do I need?
Indian visa eligibility is based on your nationality. Apply for the e-Medical visa (or a regular medical visa) according to the passport you will travel on.
Can I pay in dirhams?
Hospitals in India generally bill in Indian rupees or US dollars. The dirham is pegged to the US dollar, so the conversion on this page is a close indication before bank fees.
Can follow-up be done back in the UAE?
Yes. You leave with a discharge summary and medicine plan for your doctor in the UAE, and tele-consultations can be arranged.