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Treatment in India for patients from United States

Visa process, embassy details, and what to expect — built specifically for United States.

Visa Type
e-Medical Visa (eligible)
Flight Time
~14–16 hrs direct/1-stop (New York/Chicago–Delhi/Mumbai)
Your Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Common Arrival Cities
Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai

Patients from United States most often come to India for:

Explore treatments & find your recommended hospital

Choose a treatment specialization, then the specific treatment you need. We'll show the best recommended hospitals for it, an estimated cost, and a way to request a consultation.

ℹ️ About this guide: Visa categories, fees, and embassy details below reflect India's published e-Medical Visa policy for United States patients. Rules and fees can change — our advisors confirm everything current for your exact case for free, and you should always cross-check against the official Indian e-Visa portal before booking travel.

Visa process for United States citizens

Everything you need to know before you apply.

e-Medical Visa (eligible)

US citizens are eligible for India's e-Medical Visa, applied for fully online — most US patients are drawn by the dramatic cost difference for procedures not fully covered by insurance, or with high out-of-pocket deductibles.

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Validity
60 days from first arrival, triple entry
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Processing time
Typically 3–5 working days; apply at least 7 days before travel
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Fees
Government e-Visa fee is paid online by card; US nationals may see a higher reciprocity-based fee than some other countries — confirm the current amount on the official portal
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Bringing family
Up to 2 close family members can travel with the patient on a linked e-Medical Attendant Visa (MX).
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Vaccination note
No routine yellow-fever requirement for travel directly from the US.

🏛️ Embassy of India, Washington D.C.

Washington, D.C., USA

For regular (non-e-Visa) cases or document attestation. Most medical-visa applicants will not need to visit in person.

Always confirm current address, hours, and required documents directly with the Mission's official website before travelling there, as these can change.

Your journey, step by step

From your first message to flying home — here's exactly what happens.

1

Share your medical reports

Send your diagnosis and reports to our team. A specialist reviews your case and recommends a hospital and doctor, usually within 24 hours.

2

Get your hospital invitation letter

Once your treatment plan is confirmed, the hospital issues an official invitation letter — the core document your visa application needs.

3

Apply for your visa

e-Medical Visa (eligible). Typically 3–5 working days; apply at least 7 days before travel.

4

Book flights and we arrange the rest

Most patients from United States arrive into Delhi or Mumbai or Chennai. CrossCare coordinates airport pickup, accommodation near the hospital, and an interpreter if needed.

5

Treatment, recovery, and follow-up

After discharge, we coordinate recovery accommodation and a remote follow-up plan with your home doctor, so your care doesn't stop when you land back home.

A patient journey from United States

Representing the kind of experience patients from United States can expect.

DR
David R.
🩺 Coronary artery bypass (CABG) · treated in Chennai

“My cardiologist at home agreed I needed bypass surgery, but my deductible alone was more than I had saved. In India the entire surgery, hospital stay and recovery cost less than my deductible would have been.”

Outcome: Triple bypass performed successfully, discharged on day 6, cardiac rehab plan handed off to his home cardiologist with full Indian hospital records.

This journey is representational of real patient experiences; the name shown has been changed to protect patient privacy. Not all patients are able or willing to share their contact details — please reach out to the CrossCare team and we'll happily connect you with verified patients from your country who are willing to share their experience and speak with you directly.

Frequently asked questions — United States

No. Initial consultations, sharing reports, and getting a written cost estimate are all done remotely before you apply for any visa. You only need e-Medical Visa (eligible) once you're ready to travel for treatment.
Typically 3–5 working days; apply at least 7 days before travel Start as soon as your hospital invitation letter is ready — CrossCare can usually arrange this within a few days of your case being reviewed.
Up to 2 close family members can travel with the patient on a linked e-Medical Attendant Visa (MX).
At minimum: a passport valid for at least 6 months with blank pages, a recent passport-style photo, your medical reports, and the hospital invitation letter CrossCare helps arrange. No routine yellow-fever requirement for travel directly from the US.
Patients from United States most commonly arrive into Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, depending on which hospital and specialist your case is matched to. Flight time is approximately ~14–16 hrs direct/1-stop (New York/Chicago–Delhi/Mumbai).
Your CrossCare advisor tracks your application alongside you and can liaise with the hospital to adjust admission dates if needed. We never recommend travelling on a tourist visa for treatment — hospitals are required to verify medical-visa status before admitting international patients for procedures.

Ready to start your visa process for United States?

Talk to a free care advisor who can confirm your exact visa requirements, help arrange your hospital invitation letter, and give you a written treatment cost estimate — no obligation.

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