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Kidney Transplantation: India vs Singapore
For kidney transplantation, India is 90% cheaper than Singapore on average — but cost is one factor of many. Below: surgeon credentials, hospital count, recovery time, and visa difficulty side-by-side.
JCI-Accredited Hospitals
2,000+ Patients Served
4.9/5 Patient Rating
130+ Partner Hospitals
Patients From 100+ Countries
India
Lower cost$5,000
– $10,000 package estimate
3 JCI-accredited hospitals for kidney transplantation:
- Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (Chennai)
- Fortis Healthcare (Multiple Locations)
- Medanta - The Medicity (Gurugram)
Singapore
$49,500
– $60,500 package estimate
1 JCI-accredited hospital for kidney transplantation:
- Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Singapore)
Side-by-side comparison
| Criterion | India | Singapore |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (USD) | $5,000 – $10,000 | $49,500 – $60,500 |
| JCI hospitals available | 3 | 1 |
| Primary clinical language | English | English |
| Medical visa | Med-Visa, 5–7 days | Standard tourist visa |
About Kidney Transplantation
Surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a donor into a person with kidney failure.