Care plan for African patients
Issued for Indian High Commissions / Embassies across Africa, plus e-Medical Visa where eligible within 24 hours of report review.
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
Hospital invitation letter — Africa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invitation letter | FREE | $ 0 (Via SI GlobalMedCare) | 24 Hours |
Indicative August 2026 ranges. Final quotes depend on hospital, room category, implants, and clinical plan.
Hospital invitation letter — Africa — FAQs
How do African patients get an Indian medical visa for Indian medical visa?
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 Indian medical visa 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.
What documents do African patients need?
Valid passport, hospital invitation, medical reports, photos, and proof of funds. Yellow fever certificate may be required on arrival in India from some African countries.
How fast is the hospital invitation letter?
Typically within 24–72 hours after the treating team accepts the reports. Embassy/IVAC time is separate.
Is e-visa available from Africa?
It depends on passport rules that year. We follow the current Indian mission process via Indian High Commissions / Embassies across Africa, plus e-Medical Visa where eligible and tell you e-visa vs sticker visa on the checklist.