Tourism Information

With GDP growth of economic, medical costs escalating, & People are looking for professional assistance abroad. This contributed to an agreement called the “consumption of medical services abroad” in the framework of this policy the Law of GATT (General Agreement on Tariffs & Trade) promote medical tourism. Good paying companies will even use private jet charters for their employees.

Medical tourism is widely accepted concept, creating a cost-effective & guaranteed quality of medical care. It includes the efforts of the team in the input of many securities industries, such as hospitals & health systems, government bodies & tourism abroad, doctors, nurses, & the global tourism industry.

Medical tourism intermediaries or companies that have a mandate to serve in strict accordance stressed medical tourism association. They offer services that are centrally contracts with foreign doctors, travel services, case management, & follow-up care. Appointment & mechanisms for treatment & surgical procedure performed after examining medical records of patients went through, electronic medical records transfer or portal services, a hospital certified by JCI (Joint Commission International), or any other international accreditation system of quality standards. These medical procedures should be consistent with the opinion of the attending physician in their homes, which will operate conventionally follow-up care back home.

Medical visa is mandatory for those who travel to medical & surgical treatment. It is issued to each patient & companion for a period of one year, & may be extended up to three years after the fulfillment of certain conditions & recommendations of the accredited medical institutions, relevant organs & visa. Medical visa application form must be filled & submitted by enclosing a recent photograph, copies of residential proof, copies of passports, certificate of your medical treatment from concerned recognized well-known medical institutions. After arrival, registration must be made in accordance FRROS (regional office of foreign registration) of a foreign state.

Medical tourism offers a package of health services, accompanied by the experience of traveling to exotic places of the foreign state. Traditional Therapy & Medical Wellness & Spas are part & parcel packages. However, it is only recommended after the approval of the concerns of doctors.

Traveling by plane requires great planning. One can minimize problems by planning well in advance and taking a few precautions before embarking on the journey. This will alleviate problems and ensure that you have a safe and hassle free trip.

1.    Always book tickets on a reliable airline. Check if they are offering any special fares or discounts. Check the tickets to ensure that what you have is a confirmed booking.

2.    Find out details regarding size of baggage and weight allowed. Tag all bags with your name, address, phone number, date of travel, and flight number. Pack the bags yourself and ensure that they are all locked safely. Make two sets of keys.

3.    As a precaution pack documents, passport, medicines, and other immediate essentials in the carry on case. In case your luggage gets lost or misplaced in transit you will still have bare essentials.

4.    Follow to a “t” all security rules. Do not carry electronics, knives, batteries, or other banned items. All dangerous objects like razors, scissors, and so on must be   put in your check in luggage.

5.    All electronic items like cell phones and laptops must be fully charged and in accordance to rules turned on for checking if asked. Use of cell phones while flying is prohibited. So do not plan or making or receiving calls when in flight.

6.    Take along a valid photo ID to the airport. Check whether you have your tickets.

7.    Make prior booking for parking at the airport this will save you valuable time circling around to find suitable parking. If the airport lots are full or inconvenient try any of the private parking lots.

8.    Always check the flight schedule before you leave the house. Make sure what the check-in-time is for your flight. Leave with plenty of time to spare. This way you won’t have to rush from one end of the airport to the other.

It is against regulations for passengers to carry inflammables, aerosols, or household cleaners. Other prohibited items are: firearms even if you have a license, hunting rifles, baseball bats, golf clubs, pool cues, ski equipment, hockey sticks, darts, as well as bows and arrows. Because of terrorist threats it is against the law to speak of hijackings, bomb threats, or other dangerous things. Be cautious about who you befriend. Never accept any letter or parcel to be delivered to persons known or unknown. Never leave your luggage unattended and if you do notice any abandoned parcel or luggage bring it to the notice of authorities. Be aware of what the weather conditions are like where you going and take clothes accordingly. Prepare well for your flight and enjoy it.

Before leaving check online whether there are any diversions to be made at the airport or whether any new rules have been made. Most airports have easy to use websites. Refer to the site and find out where your terminal is and where your car is to be parked. If using public transport only use transportation services from official pick up points. The vehicles must have official markings. Don’t get conned by people who make offers of special privileges or deals.