What it costs, and where else you could go
India compared with the two markets patients most often price against. All figures are typical self-pay private ranges, in US dollars.
| Where | Typical price | Difference vs India |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3,000–$20,000 | — |
| United States (private) | $80,000–$150,000 | up to $147,000 more |
| United Kingdom (private) | $50,000–$100,000 | up to $97,000 more |
We do not publish a price for Nigeria itself, because no reliable published price list exists for private treatment there. Where the procedure is available locally, ask your own hospital for a written estimate and compare it against the Indian quotation we send you. Figures here are indicative and are not a quotation.
Your visa, in short
The rules that apply specifically to Nigerian patients, taken from High Commission of India, Abuja.
Which visa and what it costs
Nigeria is not e-Visa eligible — you need the paper Medical (MED) visa. US$585 plus US$3 Indian Community Welfare Fund levy — a flat reciprocity rate that applies to ALL Indian visa categories and durations for Nigerian nationals, roughly seven times the standard US$80 medical rate. Payable in Naira only, in cash, at the Sterling Bank counter inside the mission. Dollars are not accepted.
Attendants and vaccinations
Up to two attendants. The attendant pays the same flat US$585 + US$3, because the Nigerian fee table covers all categories at one rate. Proof of relationship between patient and attendant is required, though the qualifying relationship is not defined officially.
Both yellow fever and polio certificates are mandatory. Nigeria is on India's yellow fever endemic list — without a valid certificate you can be quarantined for up to 6 days, and missions generally issue visas only after the certificate is produced. Nigeria is also listed by the Health Ministry among countries with poliovirus circulation, so an OPV or IPV certificate is required.
Nigerian nationals are not eligible for the e-Visa
The High Commission states plainly that there is no e-Visa facility for Nigerian nationals. Only 'Niger Republic' appears on the eligible list — not Nigeria. You must apply for the paper Medical visa.
The fee is US$588, not US$83
Nigeria pays a flat reciprocity rate for every Indian visa category. Budget roughly seven times the standard medical visa fee, in Naira cash, and note that the fee is the same for each attendant.
Questions Nigerian patients ask
How much does cancer treatment cost in India for Nigerian patients?
$3,000 to $20,000 at accredited private hospitals — roughly NGN 4,590,000 to NGN 30,600,000. The same procedure costs $80,000–$150,000 privately in the USA and $50,000–$100,000 in the UK. Your written quotation depends on your reports, the hospital and the surgeon.
Do Nigerian patients need a visa for medical treatment in India?
Yes, and Nigeria is not on India's e-Visa eligible list — you must apply for the paper Medical (MED) visa at High Commission of India, Abuja. US$585 plus US$3 Indian Community Welfare Fund levy — a flat reciprocity rate that applies to ALL Indian visa categories and durations for Nigerian nationals, roughly seven times the standard US$80 medical rate. Payable in Naira only, in cash, at the Sterling Bank counter inside the mission. Dollars are not accepted.
How long will I need to stay in India?
Plan for the hospital stay of Varies (2 weeks – 6 months) plus recovery and review before your surgeon clears you to fly. Recovery is typically Depends on treatment plan. Flights from Nigeria take about 9-11 hours (1 stop).
How many attendants can travel with me?
Up to two attendants. The attendant pays the same flat US$585 + US$3, because the Nigerian fee table covers all categories at one rate. Proof of relationship between patient and attendant is required, though the qualifying relationship is not defined officially.
What is included in the hospital price?
Most packages cover the procedure, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital stay for the stated days, routine medication and standard investigations. Travel, accommodation outside the hospital, extended ICU stay and treatment of unrelated conditions are not included.
Is there any charge for Navaid.in's help?
No. Coordination, hospital quotes, the invitation letter and airport pickup are free for international patients. You pay the hospital directly.