Treatment in Trichy for patients from the Maldives
Visas, flights from Malé, money and the hospitals Maldivian patients choose most.
Recommended hospitals
Visa
Maldivian citizens get a medical visa (MED) online with a hospital invitation letter; one attendant can travel on a medical attendant visa.
Getting here
SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo connect Malé to Tiruchirappalli through Colombo or Chennai; the journey takes 4 to 6 hours.
Money
Bring US dollars to exchange at the airport or through your hotel. Most hospitals accept international cards.
Travel tips
- Bring all medical reports, scans and a list of your medicines.
- Book accommodation near your hospital for follow-up visits.
- Trichy is warm all year: light cotton clothing is best.
Languages
Our coordinators and interpreters speak:
Dhivehi
English
We also help with visas, airport pickup and accommodation. See patient services and places to stay.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I plan to stay?
Most surgical treatments need 1 to 3 weeks in Trichy, including tests and the first follow-up.
Can a family member come with me?
Yes. Up to two attendants can travel on medical attendant visas.