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How to Travel to India for Eye Surgery?
Travelling to India for eye surgery can cut costs by 70–80% compared to the UK or US. And the clinical outcomes don’t take a hit. Patients apply for an e-Medical Visa online, share reports with the hospital beforehand, and get end-to-end support from airport pickup to post-operative follow-ups. It’s more organized than most people assume.
According to Dr. Mayank Bansal, Ophthalmologist in Delhi, We schedule most international patients within two weeks of their first video consultation, keeping the total Delhi stay between 7 and 14 days.
What does the visa and travel process involve?
India’s e-Medical Visa process isn’t as complicated as it sounds.
E-Medical Visa: Apply online with your hospital appointment letter, passport copy, and a recent photo. Approval usually takes 3–5 working days. The visa itself covers a 60-day stay.
Pre-arrival review: Share your eye reports and scans over email or WhatsApp. Your surgeon goes through them and sends back a treatment plan before you’ve even booked flights.
Getting to Delhi: Direct flights run from London, Dubai, Nairobi, Dhaka, and most major hubs. That part’s easy.
On-ground help: Claritas hospital sort out airport pickup, hotel booking near Panchsheel Enclave in South Delhi, and all transfers between hotel and hospital. You don’t figure this out alone.
Sixty days on the visa is generous. Most eye procedures wrap up in 7–14 days, post-op clearance included. Learn more about how international patients are supported at the eye hospital in India page, or read real cataract surgery expectations from patients who’ve already been through it.
How long is the stay and what does recovery look like?
Depends on the procedure. But none of them need a month.
Cataract surgery: Done as a day procedure. Travel clearance comes within 5–7 days, sometimes quicker if the 48-hour check looks good.
Retina work: Vitrectomy or detachment repair takes longer to heal. A 10–14 day buffer makes sense here. Your surgeon won’t clear you to fly until they’re satisfied.
Accommodation: South Delhi hotels near the clinic are affordable. And most clinics share a preferred hotel list with pricing before you even land.
Post-return follow-up: You leave with detailed post-op instructions. Because your surgeon can also coordinate remotely with your eye doctor back home for ongoing check-ups.
Honestly, the part that catches most people off guard is how smooth it turns out. Still, book a flexible return ticket. Just smart.
Why Choose Claritas Eye & Retina Institute?
Dr. Mayank Bansal has over 15 years in cataract and retina surgery. Trained at AIIMS Delhi and UCLA. Holds FACS, FRCS, and FICO fellowships. He’s operated on international patients from the UK, France, Mauritius, the USA, and Iraq.
Patients who fly in keep saying the same thing. The coordination. Video consult to airport pickup to surgery to post-op clearance, nothing’s left to chance here.
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FAQs
How long does it take to get an Indian medical visa?
Most e-medical visa approvals come through within 3–5 working days.
Can I do a video consultation before travelling to India?
Yes, video consultations help assess your condition and plan treatment before arrival.
How many days should I stay in Delhi for eye surgery?
Plan 7–14 days depending on the procedure, including post-op follow-ups.
Does Claritas help with hotel and airport arrangements?
Yes, end-to-end support including airport pickup and hotel coordination is provided.