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Medical Treatment in India for UAE Patients
Specialist review, hospital matching, medical visa support and on-ground coordination for UAE-based patients travelling to India for treatment.
The UAE to India corridor is one of the busiest medical travel routes in the region. A large Indian diaspora in the UAE means many UAE-based patients, both Indian nationals and others, have family networks in India and a familiarity with Indian hospitals. Indian hospitals are regularly chosen by UAE-based patients for treatments including IVF and fertility care, oncology, cardiac surgery, and bone marrow transplant, either because specialist capacity is greater in India, costs are significantly lower, or waiting times are shorter. Livance coordinates end to end: from specialist review of your medical records to hospital and surgeon matching, medical visa support, and on-ground coordination during treatment.
Why UAE-based patients choose India for treatment
Cost
For UAE residents without insurance coverage, treatment costs in India are typically 40 to 65 percent lower than UAE private hospital rates for comparable specialist procedures, with transparent package pricing before any commitment.
Multiple daily direct flights
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah connect directly to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Kochi. Travel time is 3 to 4 hours on Air India, Emirates, IndiGo, flydubai, and Air Arabia.
Family networks
A large proportion of UAE-based patients have family in India who can provide support during treatment, significantly reducing the practical challenges of medical travel.
Specialist depth
For complex procedures such as bone marrow transplant, haematological oncology, and advanced IVF protocols, Indian specialist centres carry significantly higher patient volumes than most UAE facilities.
Treatments we coordinate for UAE-based patients
Each guide covers the treatment, process, visa and travel, and how to get started from UAE.
IVF Treatment
Advanced IVF protocols and fertility treatment at specialist centres in Delhi and Mumbai.
Read guideCancer Treatment
Oncology across all major tumour types at India's leading cancer centres.
Read guideCardiac Surgery
Bypass, valve surgery, and intervention at top cardiac hospitals in Delhi and Chennai.
Read guideBone Marrow Transplant
Autologous and allogeneic BMT at specialist haematology centres.
Read guideHow Livance works
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Specialist review
A qualified specialist reviews your case and provides a clinical direction and recommended next steps, before you commit to travel.
Hospital and doctor matching
Livance matches your clinical profile to the right specialist and hospital for your specific treatment needs.
Visa and travel support
Livance provides the hospital invitation letter for your medical visa application and guides you through travel logistics from UAE.
Visa and travel
Medical visa for UAE-based patients
Indian citizens residing in the UAE can travel on their Indian passport or use their OCI status. Most other nationalities qualify for the Indian medical e-Visa online. UAE residents should check eligibility for their passport nationality and apply at least one week before travel. Livance provides the hospital invitation letter for cases where an embassy visa is required.
Flights from UAE
Dozens of daily direct flights operate from Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Sharjah (SHJ) to Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bangalore (BLR), Hyderabad (HYD), Chennai (MAA), and Kochi (COK). Air India, Emirates, IndiGo, SpiceJet, flydubai, and Air Arabia all operate on this corridor. Travel time is 3 to 4 hours.
Coordinator support
Livance regularly coordinates UAE-to-India travel for IVF, bone marrow transplant, and cardiac cases. Coordinators can advise on the most practical airport and hospital city combination for your treatment, and coordinate accommodation and logistics near the treating centre.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to get treatment in India than in the UAE?
For most specialist procedures, yes. India is typically 40 to 65 percent less expensive than UAE private hospital rates. For UAE residents without insurance coverage or with significant co-pays, India often represents a lower overall cost even including travel.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Delhi?
Around 3 to 4 hours direct. Multiple carriers operate this route daily, including Air India, Emirates, IndiGo, and flydubai.
Do UAE residents need a visa to travel to India for medical treatment?
Indian nationals residing in the UAE can use their Indian passport or OCI status. Most other nationalities qualify for the Indian medical e-Visa online. Livance advises on the visa process based on your passport nationality.
Which treatments does Livance coordinate from the UAE?
IVF and fertility treatment, cancer treatment across all tumour types, cardiac surgery, bone marrow transplant, and other complex procedures at India's major hospital groups.
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only. Treatment suitability, clinical protocol, and costs are determined by individual specialist evaluation. Livance is a patient coordination service. All clinical decisions are made by qualified medical professionals at the treating hospital.
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