Everything You Need to Know About the Medical Visa

Comprehensive Guide to Medical Visas

Definition of Medical Visa

A medical visa (Medical Tourist Visa - MT) can be defined as the visa required to enter a country for the purpose of receiving medical treatment and care. It differs from a tourist visa or a work visa and is usually associated with the concept of medical tourism. Below is an explanation of the key information about medical visas for the most popular countries people usually visit for treatment:

Turkey Medical Visa

Visitors to Turkey must obtain a medical visa if they are coming from countries and regions that are not visa-exempt. This requires only accessing the official website: www.evisa.gov.tr, filling out the application, selecting the country, type of passport, and following all the required instructions and information.

After completing the form, save it, download it for later use, then wait for consular approval, and plan the travel date.

Schengen Area Medical Visa

Citizens from non-EU countries wishing to receive medical care in the Schengen Area can apply for a Schengen medical visa, which allows them to enter the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period to receive treatment.

Since we mentioned the topic, there is a detailed article in which we talked about: list of countries you can enter with a Schengen visa

The required documents include a recent medical report, a stamped and/or signed appointment booking letter from the doctor or hospital where the medical care is planned, specifying the payment method for treatment costs.

The application for a Schengen medical visa can be submitted through the embassy or consulate of the destination country in the country of residence at least 15 days before the planned travel date by filling out the visa application at the consulate and selecting medical reasons under the purpose of the trip.

Then complete the required documents for the visa, pay the fees before submitting the application, and finally schedule a personal interview.

India Medical Visa

This is a travel document that allows its holder to enter India for the purpose of receiving medical treatment in the country. It allows the individual to stay for (60) days, with the possibility of entering three times. The required documents to obtain it include:

A letter from the hospital specifying the place where the medical treatment will be received, a scanned copy of the information page of your passport, a yellow fever vaccination card, a passport-sized photo with the usual specifications, and proof of payment of the visa fee.

Thailand Medical Visa

This type of visa is usually issued to those wishing to enter Thailand for medical tourism purposes. It is valid for three months and requires submitting a passport or travel document valid for at least 6 months, filling out and signing the visa application form.

Additionally, a recent photo sized 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, a copy of the confirmation letter stamped by the Ministry of Health in Thailand, and proof of sufficient funds for the entire stay in Thailand for the individual.