The Indian e-Medical Attendant visa is issued to immediate family members or relatives accompanying a patient who is travelling to India to seek medical attention.
Things to Know Before Applying for an Indian e-Medical Attendant Visa
- The attendant must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries for Indian e-Visa.
- Applications involving Indian patients are not accepted.
- The patient must already have an approved Indian e-Medical visa, as their details are required for an e-Medical attendant visa application.
- Eligible medical attendants should arrive in India together with the patient.
- The visa can be granted only to a maximum of two attendants.
Complete Document Checklist for an Indian e-Medical Attendant Visa
The only documents required for the Indian e-Visa are as follows:
- Passport Bio Page Scan
- The entire page of your passport must be clearly visible.
- The scan should be colored with no flash reflections or shadows.
- Applicant Photo
- A recent photo taken against a plain white background.
- Side profile, headgear, covered face and cropped images are not accepted.
Steps to Apply for an Indian e-Medical Attendant Visa
Step 1: Start e-Visa Application
Select “Indian e-Medical Attendant visa” as your visa type and then provide correct details of both the applicant and e-Medical visa holder (i.e., the patient).
Step 2: Upload Documents & Pay
Upload legible scans of the required documents. Pay the eVisa fee using any available method and receive instant payment confirmation by email.
The approved e-Medical Attendant visa will be sent directly to your registered email address. Keep both digital and printed copies with you for travelling.
How to Check the Fee for an Indian e-Medical Attendant Visa?
Use the Indian e-Visa fee tool available on the e-Visa portal and select your nationality, visa type and processing speed to check the total payable fee.
What Indian e-Visa Processing Options Can I Apply For?
Applicants can select from 2 different processing options:
- Normal Processing: 3 to 6 days(follows a standard processing timeline)
- Urgent Processing: 1 to 3 days (faster processing for urgent travel)
Note: Choosing urgent processing adds an additional cost to your total amount.
Indian e-Medical Visa Specifications
- Validity Period: 60 days from the date of first entry on this e-Visa.
- Permitted Entries: Triple entries allowed within the e-Visa validity period.
- Duration of Stay: Up to 60 days
Point to Note: The exact expiry date of your e-Visa will be stamped on your passport at the time you arrive in India.
Tips for a Successful e-Visa Application
- Make sure to apply at least a week before to allow enough time for processing.
- Do not apply under “Indian e-Medical Visa”, as applicants may assume both visa types function the same.
- Upload valid documents that belong strictly to the attendant.
- Check your email regularly for requests on any additional information or documents.
- Contact Indian e-Visa support, if you have any queries regarding your e-Visa application.
Content Disclaimer: Although this information was last updated in August 2026, we recommend verifying with the appropriate agencies, embassies, and airlines to ensure complete accuracy regarding your travel plans.
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