Purpose and Eligibility: Foreign nationals who intend to undergo medical treatment in India must arrive on a Medical Visa, provided the treatment is to be availed at: Recognized/specialized/established hospitals, or Accredited treatment centers offering care under Indian systems of medicine (e.g., Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy), recognized by the Government of India.
Note:听 The Indian Visa Online Application Form for Medical visa includes a new requirement: The Medical Visa Reference Number. This reference is generated by Indian hospitals through the Indian Government's AYUSH portal. This reference letter needs to be attached along with VISA application.
Medical Attendant Visa: Accompanying family members or attendants of the patient must arrive on a Medical Attendant Visa.
General Requirements and Conditions
Change of Hospital/Treatment Centre: Changes to the hospital or treatment facility listed on the original visa will be allowed only in exceptional cases, subject to submission of documentary proof supporting the change request.
Registration Requirements:
For all nationals (except Pakistani citizens): If the Medical or Medical Attendant Visa is valid for more than 180 days, the foreign national must register with the concerned FRRO/FRO within 14 days of arrival.
For Pakistani nationals: Registration with the FRO is mandatory within 24 hours, regardless of visa duration.
Document checklist for medical visa
Document checklist for medical attendant visa (HYPERLINK NOT WORKING)
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Visa type
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Sub Categories
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Description
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Remarks
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M
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M-1
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Foreign nationals coming for medical treatment (other than those under Ayush systems)
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-
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听
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M-2
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For Medical Attendants of those coming under
M-1 Visa
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-
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听
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M-3
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Foreign nationals coming for treatment under Ayush systems
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-
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听
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M-4
听
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For attendants of those coming on M-3 Visa
听
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-
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