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Visas & PlanningPublished on September 21, 2026•5 min readClinically Reviewed

Understanding Indian e-Medical Visas: Fast-Track Guidelines & Hospital Invitation Letters

AstraMedAxis Concierge Team

AstraMedAxis Concierge Team

International Patient Relations Department

Key Clinical Takeaways
  • e-Medical Visas are granted within 48 to 72 hours via the official government portal.
  • Up to two medical attendants (spouses, adult children, or caregivers) can accompany the patient under linked e-Medical Attendant Visas.
  • Visas permit triple entries over a 60-day duration, with straightforward in-country extensions if additional therapy is required.
  • An official hospital invitation letter on accredited letterhead is mandatory and provided within 24 hours by AstraMedAxis.
Securing travel authorization for a medical journey should never add stress to an already difficult medical situation. India's dedicated e-Medical Visa system is among the world's most streamlined, allowing foreign nationals from over 165 countries to obtain digital clearance without visiting an embassy.

Required Documentation Checklist

To complete your application, you require only a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity), a digital passport photograph, recent local diagnostic reports, and the AstraMedAxis official hospital clinical invitation letter detailing your proposed procedure and attending consultant.

Airport Protocol Upon Arrival

Major international gateways like New Delhi (DEL) and Mumbai (BOM) feature dedicated 24/7 Medical Tourism facilitation counters. An AstraMedAxis executive greets you directly outside the baggage claim area with private wheelchair-accessible transportation straight to your hotel or private hospital room.

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