Medical Treatment in India for Nigerians — 60–80% Less Than Lagos Private Hospitals.

Yes. You will need an Indian Medical Visa (MED Visa). Once your hospital appointment is confirmed, we provide an official hospital invitation letter. You apply at the Indian High Commission in Abuja or the Consulate in Lagos. The process typically takes 5–10 working days. We guide you through every document required.

Currently, Nigeria's National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) does not cover medical treatment abroad. However, the savings are so significant that most Nigerian patients find the total cost of treatment + flights + accommodation in India is still less than or equal to equivalent private treatment in Lagos — and often with superior outcomes.

You will need: a valid Nigerian international passport (6+ months validity), all existing medical reports, scans, test results and doctor's notes, the hospital appointment letter from India (we arrange this), passport photographs, and proof of travel funds. We provide a complete personalised checklist once you register.

This depends entirely on your procedure: Cardiac bypass — 12–14 days minimum. Knee/hip replacement — 10–12 days. Cancer treatment — varies significantly (2 to 8 weeks depending on protocol). IVF — 3–4 weeks per cycle. We provide a detailed day-by-day estimated itinerary before you travel so you can plan properly.

Indian hospitals accept international wire transfer (USD). Some also accept international Visa/Mastercard. All payments go directly to the hospital — Heal Now India does not collect treatment payments. We advise you on the exact payment process for your chosen hospital and help you plan the transfer before you travel.

Ethiopian Airlines (via Addis Ababa), Emirates (via Dubai) and Kenya Airways (via Nairobi) all offer reliable connections from Lagos to major Indian cities — Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Mumbai. Total travel time is typically 10–14 hours with one stop. We help coordinate flight dates around your hospital appointment.

We ensure no patient travels alone in the sense that matters: a named Heal Now India coordinator meets you at the airport, accompanies you to the hospital, and is available 24/7 throughout your stay. India's major hospital cities are safe, modern and very experienced with international patients from Africa and the Middle East.

Cardiac bypass surgery in India costs approximately $5,000–$8,000 USD — compared to ₦15–25 million in Lagos private hospitals. Valve replacement costs $6,000–$10,000 USD. Angioplasty (stenting) typically costs $3,000–$5,000 USD. All prices include surgery, ICU, hospital stay and post-operative care. Contact us for a free personalised cost estimate based on your specific reports.

Top hospitals treating Nigerian patients include Apollo Hospitals (Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi), Fortis Healthcare (Delhi, Bengaluru), Manipal Hospitals (Bengaluru) and Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital (Mumbai). All are NABH and JCI-accredited — the same international standards as the best hospitals in the UK and US. We match you to the right hospital based on your specific condition and budget.

Technically yes, but in practice it is extremely difficult. Indian hospitals require a confirmed appointment, medical records translated and reviewed, visa invitation letters, and someone to coordinate accommodation near the hospital. Without local support, patients face significant delays and additional costs. Heal Now India handles all of this at no extra charge — our fee is paid by the partner hospitals.

Cancer treatment costs in India vary by type and stage. Chemotherapy cycles start from $800–$1,500 per cycle. Radiation therapy (IMRT/VMAT) costs $4,000–$8,000 for a full course. Surgery costs depend on the procedure. As a guide, the total cost for most cancer treatment programmes in India is 60–80% less than equivalent private treatment in Nigeria. Send us your oncology reports for a free cost estimate.

Kidney transplant in India costs approximately $13,000–$18,000 USD all-inclusive — compared to $40,000–$80,000 in the UK or USA. This includes surgery, immunosuppressant medication for the first month, hospital stay and post-operative care. India performs more kidney transplants than almost any other country, with Apollo and Fortis hospitals leading outcomes for international patients from Nigeria and across Africa.

IVF treatment in India costs $2,000–$3,500 USD per cycle — compared to $8,000–$15,000 in the UK or USA and often more expensive or unavailable in Nigeria. Top fertility hospitals in India have success rates of 50–65% for women under 35. We work with NABH-accredited fertility centres in Chennai, Mumbai and Delhi. A typical IVF trip takes 3–4 weeks from arrival to embryo transfer.

Chennai is the most popular destination for Nigerian patients — it has the highest concentration of international hospitals (Apollo, Fortis, MIOT) and the most experience with African patients. Delhi is best for neurosurgery and orthopaedics. Mumbai for liver transplants and cancer. Bengaluru for cardiac surgery and IVF. We recommend the right city based on your specific condition, not a one-size-fits-all answer.

Simply WhatsApp your reports, scans (JPEG or PDF) and doctor's notes directly to our care team. We review them within 24 hours and forward to the relevant specialist for an opinion and cost estimate. You do not need to contact the hospital directly — we handle all communication on your behalf in a language and format Indian specialists require.