Care plan for Kenyan patients
Surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and BMT for Kenyan citizens travelling to Delhi NCR. Partner hospitals: Apollo, Medanta, Fortis, Max, BLK-Max, Artemis.
Delhi NCR hospitals offer transplant, oncology, and cardiac programmes with shorter waits than many regional options, plus English documentation and Swahili interpretation when needed.
Who this page is for
Cancer Treatment in India for Kenyan Patients is written for Kenyan citizens in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Eldoret who want a hospital-agreed plan in Delhi NCR before they buy tickets. Families comparing Singapore, Thailand, or Europe use these KES 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 High Commission of India, Nairobi, and e-Medical Visa where eligible
- Attendant (MX) visa checklist for up to two caregivers
- Flight routing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Delhi (DEL T3)
- Airport pickup and guest house near the treating hospital
- English / Swahili interpretation during rounds, consent, and discharge
- Stay notes: halal and East African-friendly kitchens near hospital campuses
- Tele follow-up after you return to Kenya
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 Kenya
- Blood tests, CT/MRI/echo (share DICOM or clear photos)
- Current medication list and known allergies
Coordination timeline
- Day 0 — share reports from Nairobi (or anywhere in Kenya)
- Day 1–2 — opinion + KES/USD estimate
- Day 2–3 — invitation letter issued
- Visa window — 3 to 7 working days with a hospital invitation letter
- Arrival — DEL T3 pickup, admission, English / Swahili coordinator on the floor
Payment & KES
Hospitals collect in INR, cards, or USD transfer. We convert every line to KES so relatives in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Eldoret can plan. Airport and hospital desks exchange cash; keep some USD/INR for the first 48 hours.
Estimated cost (USD & KES)
| Procedure / Service | USD ($) | KES | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Tumor Resection | $3,500 - $6,500 | KSh 451,500 - KSh 838,500 | 5 - 8 Days |
| Chemotherapy (Per Cycle) | $350 - $800 | KSh 45,150 - KSh 103,200 | Day Care / 1 Day |
| Radiation Therapy (IMRT / IGRT) | $3,000 - $5,000 | KSh 387,000 - KSh 645,000 | Outpatient |
| Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) | $15,000 - $22,000 | KSh 1,935,000 - KSh 2,838,000 | 21 - 30 Days |
Indicative August 2026 ranges. Final quotes depend on hospital, room category, implants, and clinical plan.
Cancer Treatment in India for Kenyan Patients — FAQs
How do Kenyan patients get an Indian medical visa for cancer and oncology?
With the invitation letter, Kenyan Medical Visa / e-visa processing is often 3–7 working days. We confirm yellow fever and attendant visa rules. Kenyan patients apply for Indian Medical Visa / e-Medical Visa with a hospital invitation. Swahili-speaking support is arranged on request for ward rounds. SI GlobalMedCare requests the hospital invitation letter after the specialist accepts the file.
Can family from Kenya 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 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Eldoret.
Will someone speak English / Swahili in Delhi?
Yes. Case managers work in English and Swahili on WhatsApp, consent, ward rounds and discharge for Kenyan families.
How long is the journey from Nairobi to Delhi?
Nairobi to Delhi is available via Addis Ababa, Dubai, or Doha, with some seasonal or one-stop routings of about 8–12 hours. Typical fare band: $420 - $780. We meet you at IGI Terminal 3.
Are costs for cancer and oncology shown in KES?
Hospital bills are INR or USD. Every estimate we send also shows KES so relatives in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Eldoret can plan. ICU overruns and implants are listed separately.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR do cancer and oncology for Kenyan 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 Kenya?
Diagnostics often start the next working day; surgery follows clearance and implant/OT booking — typically days, not months.
Do I need new tests in Nairobi 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.