Care plan for African patients
Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and BMT for African patients travelling to Delhi NCR. Partner hospitals: Apollo, Medanta, Fortis, Max, BLK-Max, Artemis.
India combines JCI/NABH tertiary hospitals, short waiting times, and costs far below Europe or the US — with dedicated coordinators for West, East, and Southern African patients.
Who this page is for
Cancer Treatment in India for African Patients is written for African patients in Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Addis Ababa, Cairo, Johannesburg, and other African capitals who want a hospital-agreed plan in Delhi NCR before they buy tickets. Families comparing Singapore, Thailand, or Europe use these USD figures as a planning baseline — not a final bill.
What SI GlobalMedCare includes
- Written specialist opinion and itemised estimate within 24–48 hours
- Hospital visa invitation letter for Indian High Commissions / Embassies across Africa, plus e-Medical Visa where eligible
- Attendant (MX) visa checklist for up to two caregivers
- Flight routing from major African international airports to Delhi (DEL T3)
- Airport pickup and guest house near the treating hospital
- English / French interpretation during rounds, consent, and discharge
- Stay notes: halal, vegetarian, and African-friendly meal arrangements near hospitals
- Tele follow-up after you return to Africa
Usually not in the surgical package
- International airfare and excess baggage
- Tourism, shopping, or extra hotel nights after discharge
- Unplanned ICU / extra implants beyond the agreed estimate
- Donor extra tests for transplant cases (quoted separately)
Send these reports on WhatsApp
- Passport bio page of patient and attendants
- Latest OPD / discharge notes from doctors in Africa
- Blood tests, CT/MRI/echo (share DICOM or clear photos)
- Current medication list and known allergies
Coordination timeline
- Day 0 — share reports from major African cities (or anywhere in Africa)
- Day 1–2 — opinion + USD/USD estimate
- Day 2–3 — invitation letter issued
- Visa window — 3 to 10 working days depending on country and e-visa eligibility
- Arrival — DEL T3 pickup, admission, English / French coordinator on the floor
Payment & USD
Hospitals collect in INR, cards, or USD transfer. We convert every line to USD so relatives in Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Addis Ababa, Cairo, Johannesburg, and other African capitals can plan. Airport and hospital desks exchange cash; keep some USD/INR for the first 48 hours.
Estimated cost (USD & USD)
| Procedure / Service | USD ($) | USD | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Tumor Resection | $3,500 - $6,500 | $3,500 - $6,500 | 5 - 8 Days |
| Chemotherapy (Per Cycle) | $350 - $800 | $350 - $800 | Day Care / 1 Day |
| Radiation Therapy (IMRT / IGRT) | $3,000 - $5,000 | $3,000 - $5,000 | Outpatient |
| Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) | $15,000 - $22,000 | $15,000 - $22,000 | 21 - 30 Days |
Indicative August 2026 ranges. Final quotes depend on hospital, room category, implants, and clinical plan.
Cancer Treatment in India for African Patients — FAQs
How do African patients get an Indian medical visa for cancer and oncology?
Eligibility depends on your passport. Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and many others use e-Medical Visa or mission appointment. We confirm the route before you book flights. Many African nationalities can apply for an Indian e-Medical Visa with a hospital invitation letter. Others apply at the nearest Indian mission. We map the correct path for your passport. SI GlobalMedCare requests the hospital invitation letter after the specialist accepts the file.
Can family from Africa travel as medical attendants?
Usually up to two attendants travel on MX / attendant visas using the same hospital invitation. We list passport copies needed from Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Addis Ababa, Cairo, Johannesburg, and other African capitals.
Will someone speak English / French in Delhi?
Yes. Case managers work in English, French, Arabic, and Swahili (as needed) on WhatsApp, consent, ward rounds and discharge for African families.
How long is the journey from major African cities to Delhi?
Most African patients fly to Delhi via Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, or Istanbul. Direct or one-stop options exist from Nairobi, Lagos, Accra, and Johannesburg. Typical fare band: $450 - $1,100. We meet you at IGI Terminal 3.
Are costs for cancer and oncology shown in USD?
Hospital bills are INR or USD. Every estimate we send also shows USD so relatives in Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Addis Ababa, Cairo, Johannesburg, and other African capitals can plan. ICU overruns and implants are listed separately.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR do cancer and oncology for African patients?
Apollo, Medanta, Fortis Escorts, Max Saket, BLK-Max and Artemis are used most often. The opinion names one campus.
How soon can cancer and oncology start after arrival from Africa?
Diagnostics often start the next working day; surgery follows clearance and implant/OT booking — typically days, not months.
Do I need new tests in major African cities first?
Send what you have. If a PET, angiogram or biopsy must be repeated in Delhi, it is listed on the estimate before you fly.