Antigua and Barbuda•North AmericaVaries
Free
Determined by medical necessity
Visa for visitors who fall ill and must remain in Antigua and Barbuda beyond their initial tourist stay for medical treatment.
The Medical Visa is a specialized entry permit for individuals who need to travel to Antigua and Barbuda specifically for medical treatment or for those who fall ill while visiting and require an extended stay beyond their initial visa allowance. This visa is granted under strict oversight by the Ministry of Health and the Department of Immigration to ensure that the patient receives appropriate care and that the local healthcare system is prepared for their arrival. It is intended for patients who have secured a place at a local medical facility and have the necessary medical documentation to support the necessity of their treatment in the country.
Because this visa involves the transfer of patients, the requirements are more rigorous than standard tourist or business visas. It requires coordination between the Chief Medical Officers of both the originating country and Antigua and Barbuda. The applicant must provide detailed medical reports and a formal letter of acceptance from the receiving institution, which must also name the specific physician overseeing the case. This process ensures that the patient's health needs are met safely and that the government is fully informed of the medical transfer. It is a critical pathway for those requiring specialized care that may not be available in their home country.
Must be a visitor who has fallen ill or requires medical treatment while in or intending to travel to Antigua and Barbuda
Must have a formal request for medical transfer from the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the originating country to the CMO of Antigua and Barbuda
Must provide a comprehensive medical report detailing the patient's condition and the urgency of the situation
Must have a Letter of Acceptance from the receiving medical institution in Antigua and Barbuda
Must identify the physician who will be managing the patient's care
Must provide proof of financial means to cover medical and living expenses
Must comply with all Ministry of Health guidelines regarding patient transfer
Valid passport with at least six months validity
Letter of Request for Medical Transfer from the originating country's CMO
Detailed medical report from the attending physician
Letter of Acceptance from the receiving medical institution in Antigua and Barbuda
Name and contact details of the managing physician in Antigua and Barbuda
Proof of accommodation and contact person in Antigua and Barbuda
Evidence of financial support for medical and living costs
Negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test result (if required by current health protocols)
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