India is the largest medical destination for Bangladeshis — proximity, cost advantage and the deepest JCI-accredited hospital network in the region. This guide covers the practical path from diagnosis in Dhaka to discharge in Chennai or Kolkata.
Why patients choose India
| Treatment | Dhaka Baseline | India Range | Savings | Wait Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiac bypass | USD 6,000 | USD 4,500–5,500 | USD 500–1,500 | 6 months less |
| Knee replacement | USD 5,500 | USD 4,000–5,000 | USD 500–1,500 | 4 months less |
| IVF cycle | USD 3,500 | USD 2,500–4,000 | USD 0–1,000 | 3 months less |
| Cataract | USD 1,200 | USD 800–1,500 | Breakeven–400 | 2 months less |
The e-Medical Visa, step by step
Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in with a passport scan, photo and the hospital’s AVS (Assistance Value Letter). Processing takes 3–5 days; the visa permits 60 days with triple entry. Two attendants can apply for linked e-Medical Attendant visas. Sticker medical visas via IVAC Gulshan remain the backup route for longer treatments.
Choosing a hospital
Apollo Hospitals (Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi) handles the highest BD patient volume and keeps a liaison desk in Dhaka. Fortis Escorts dominates cardiac referrals; Medanta leads transplants; CMC Vellore is the value choice for complex medicine. Every hospital page on this site shows indicative cost ranges and a direct quote-request button.
Most medical travellers overpay on the first quote. Getting two comparable hospital quotes usually saves USD 500–2,000 on the same procedure.
Our medical concierge team
How our concierge works
Submit your reports through the free hospital-quote form. We route them to 2–3 partner hospitals, return comparable quotes within 48 hours, then arrange the visa, flights, accommodation and hospital appointments as one bundle — and coordinate follow-up after you return home.