Travel Guidance
Medical Visa Guide
Country-by-country guidance for obtaining your medical visa — and how BMTA makes the process simple, fast, and stress-free.
BMTA handles your visa process
We prepare the hospital invitation letter, compile your medical file, and guide you through every step of the application.
By Country
Country-by-Country Visa Information
Cameroon
Visa destination: India
Visa Cost
$80 – $120 (single entry)
Processing Time
5–10 business days
Required Documents
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Medical visa application form (online or at embassy)
- Medical invitation letter from Indian hospital (BMTA provides)
- Medical records, reports, and diagnosis
- Passport-size photos
- Bank statements (3 months)
- Proof of accommodation in India
- Round-trip flight tickets or itinerary
BMTA Advice: The Indian embassy in Yaoundé processes medical visas. BMTA prepares the hospital invitation letter and assists with the full application package.
DRC
Visa destination: India
Visa Cost
$80 – $120 (single entry)
Processing Time
7–14 business days
Required Documents
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Medical visa application form
- Hospital invitation letter (provided by BMTA)
- Medical file (diagnosis, reports, doctor's letter)
- Recent passport photographs
- Financial proof (bank statements)
- Letter from treating physician in DRC
BMTA Advice: The Indian embassy in Kinshasa handles medical visas. BMTA recommends applying at least 3 weeks before planned travel to allow processing time.
Madagascar
Visa destination: India
Visa Cost
$80 – $100
Processing Time
7–10 business days
Required Documents
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Completed medical visa application
- Hospital letter from BMTA partner hospital
- Medical file and supporting documents
- Proof of financial means
- Passport-size photographs
BMTA Advice: BMTA's Madagascar office assists patients with all documentation and embassy liaison. Processing through the Indian consular services covers Antananarivo.
Senegal
Visa destination: India
Visa Cost
$80 – $120
Processing Time
5–10 business days
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Medical visa application form
- Invitation letter from hospital (BMTA provides)
- Medical records and diagnosis
- Financial proof
- Photos
BMTA Advice: The Indian embassy in Dakar processes medical visas. BMTA can assist with invitation letters and document compilation.
Ivory Coast
Visa destination: India
Visa Cost
$80 – $120
Processing Time
5–10 business days
Required Documents
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- Medical visa application
- Hospital invitation letter
- Medical reports and diagnosis
- Bank statements (3 months)
- Recent photographs
BMTA Advice: The Indian embassy in Abidjan serves Ivory Coast patients. BMTA assists with the invitation letter and documentation.
Turkey Visa (All Countries)
Visa destination: Turkey
Visa Cost
$20 – $50 (e-Visa)
Processing Time
24–72 hours
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- e-Visa application (online at evisa.gov.tr)
- Valid email address
- Credit/debit card for payment
- Accommodation details in Turkey
BMTA Advice: Most African patients can obtain Turkey e-Visa online in 24–72 hours. BMTA provides accommodation details and hospital invitation for the application.
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