Care plan for Nigerian patients
IVF and ICSI cycle costs for couples from Nigeria. Partner hospitals: Apollo, Medanta, Fortis, Max, BLK-Max, Artemis.
India is a leading destination for Nigerian cardiac, oncology, neurosurgery, and IVF patients who want JCI hospitals, English-speaking doctors, and itemised USD/NGN estimates.
Who this page is for
IVF Cost in India for Nigerian Patients is written for Nigerian citizens in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano who want a hospital-agreed plan in Delhi NCR before they buy tickets. Families comparing Singapore, Thailand, or Europe use these NGN 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 in Abuja / Deputy High Commission Lagos, and e-Medical Visa if eligible
- Attendant (MX) visa checklist for up to two caregivers
- Flight routing from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) / Nnamdi Azikiwe (ABV) to Delhi (DEL T3)
- Airport pickup and guest house near the treating hospital
- English interpretation during rounds, consent, and discharge
- Stay notes: West African and halal meal options near Delhi NCR hospitals
- Tele follow-up after you return to Nigeria
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 Nigeria
- Blood tests, CT/MRI/echo (share DICOM or clear photos)
- Current medication list and known allergies
Coordination timeline
- Day 0 — share reports from Lagos / Abuja (or anywhere in Nigeria)
- Day 1–2 — opinion + NGN/USD estimate
- Day 2–3 — invitation letter issued
- Visa window — 5 to 10 working days with a hospital invitation letter
- Arrival — DEL T3 pickup, admission, English coordinator on the floor
Payment & NGN
Hospitals collect in INR, cards, or USD transfer. We convert every line to NGN so relatives in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano can plan. Airport and hospital desks exchange cash; keep some USD/INR for the first 48 hours.
Estimated cost (USD & NGN)
| Procedure / Service | USD ($) | NGN | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| IVF Cycle (Basic) | $2,500 - $3,500 | ₦ 3,875,000 - ₦ 5,425,000 | 15 - 20 Days |
| IVF with ICSI | $3,000 - $4,200 | ₦ 4,650,000 - ₦ 6,510,000 | 15 - 20 Days |
Indicative August 2026 ranges. Final quotes depend on hospital, room category, implants, and clinical plan.
IVF Cost in India for Nigerian Patients — FAQs
How do Nigerian patients get an Indian medical visa for IVF and fertility?
Allow 5–10 working days after the invitation letter. Yellow fever vaccination is typically required. Up to two attendants can apply for MX visas. Nigerian patients need an official hospital invitation for Medical Visa. We prepare the letter, attendant (MX) visas, and a document pack for Abuja or Lagos submission / e-visa. SI GlobalMedCare requests the hospital invitation letter after the specialist accepts the file.
Can family from Nigeria 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, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano.
Will someone speak English in Delhi?
Yes. Case managers work in English on WhatsApp, consent, ward rounds and discharge for Nigerian families.
How long is the journey from Lagos / Abuja to Delhi?
Lagos or Abuja to Delhi is typically one stop via Dubai, Doha, Istanbul, or Addis Ababa (about 12–16 hours). Typical fare band: $600 - $1,050. We meet you at IGI Terminal 3.
Are costs for IVF and fertility shown in NGN?
Hospital bills are INR or USD. Every estimate we send also shows NGN so relatives in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano can plan. ICU overruns and implants are listed separately.
What is included in a IVF and fertility package for Nigerian patients?
Surgeon, OT, listed implant/stent, standard room nights and routine ICU. Not included: extra ICU days, extra stents, donor tests, flights and tourism.
Why do IVF and fertility quotes differ between hospitals?
Implant brand, room category, surgeon seniority and ICU policy. We itemise those lines in USD and NGN.
Can I pay from Nigeria before travel?
Most hospitals collect on admission in INR/USD/card. We never ask for the full surgical fee into a personal account.