Gynaecology & fertility care in Mumbai for patients from Tanzania
Travel from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar to Fehmida Hospital & Fertility Centre, Kurla West, for care with Dr. Fehmida Shaikh. Send your reports first and get a treatment plan and written cost estimate before you book flights.
Getting here
Dar es Salaam has direct and one-stop connections to Mumbai; check current schedules with airlines. The hospital is about 6–7 km from Mumbai airport.
Time difference
Mumbai is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Tanzania.
Visa
Tanzania nationals can apply online for an Indian e-Medical Visa, plus up to two e-Medical Attendant Visas for companions.
Cost & currency
You receive a written estimate in Indian rupees before travelling, to compare in Tanzanian shilling (TZS).
Visa rules from India's official e-Visa portal, checked 1 October 2026. Check flight schedules with airlines.
What patients from Tanzania can be treated for
Uterine Fibroids
Non-cancerous growths of the uterine muscle — very common, and often treatable without removing the uterus.
Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
Conditions where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus (endometriosis) or into its muscle wall (adenomyosis).
Ovarian Cysts
Fluid-filled sacs on the ovary. Most are harmless and resolve on their own; some need treatment.
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
A common hormonal condition affecting periods, ovulation, skin, hair and metabolism.
Blocked Fallopian Tubes
A blockage that stops the egg and sperm from meeting — a common cause of female infertility.
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Two or more pregnancy losses. With evaluation, a cause can often be found and treated.
Laparoscopic Myomectomy
Keyhole removal of fibroids while preserving the uterus.
Diagnostic & Operative Hysteroscopy
A thin camera passed through the cervix to see — and treat — problems inside the uterus, with no cuts.
See all conditions, treatments and the technology we use.
From Tanzania to Mumbai in four steps
Step 1
Send your reports
Share scans, blood tests and past treatment notes on WhatsApp, by email or through the form.
Step 2
Doctor's review
Dr. Fehmida Shaikh reviews them and may suggest a video consultation.
Step 3
Plan & estimate
You receive a treatment plan, expected length of stay and a written cost estimate.
Step 4
Visa & travel
Use the hospital's letter for your e-Medical Visa; the desk helps with pickup and a place to stay.
Dr. Fehmida Shaikh
M.B., M.D., D.G.O., D.F.P., M.I.M.S., M.C.P.S., F.I.C.A., F.R.S.H. (London)
37+ Years of Professional Experience | Hospital Established in 2002
Founder and Medical Director of Fehmida Hospital & Fertility Centre, associated with CritiCare Asia Hospitals, Kurla and Surya Hospital, Santacruz. Best Gynaecologist of the Year, Leaders Awards 2022.
Questions from patients in Tanzania
Clear, compassionate answers to the questions patients ask Dr. Fehmida Shaikh most often.
Do Tanzanian nationals need a visa for treatment in India?
Yes. Tanzania nationals can apply online for an Indian e-Medical Visa. India's official e-Visa portal asks you to apply at least 4 days before arrival; the visa allows multiple entries and is valid for one year from arrival. After reviewing your reports, Fehmida Hospital provides a letter stating your proposed treatment to support the application.
Can family members travel with me from Tanzania?
Yes. Up to two companions can apply for e-Medical Attendant Visas linked to your e-Medical Visa. Companions are welcome in consultations.
Can I talk to the doctor before I leave Tanzania?
Yes. Send your reports on WhatsApp or by email, and book a video consultation if the doctor needs to discuss your case. Mumbai is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Tanzania, so most morning and afternoon slots in Mumbai fall within your working day.
How much will treatment cost, and can I pay from Tanzania?
Estimates are given in Indian rupees (INR) after the doctor has reviewed your reports. You can compare the amount in Tanzanian shilling (TZS). Ask the international desk which payment methods can be used for your case.
How do I get from the airport to the hospital?
Dar es Salaam has direct and one-stop connections to Mumbai; check current schedules with airlines. Fehmida Hospital is in Kurla West, about 6–7 km from Mumbai airport, and the international desk can help arrange a pickup.
Also see: Patients from United Arab Emirates · Patients from Oman · Patients from Saudi Arabia · Patients from Kenya · NRI & diaspora care · Medical tourism overview
