Cancer treatment by country
| Country | Treatment price | Plan to stay |
|---|---|---|
| India | Ask for a quote | 1 to 2 weeks for tests and a plan; longer for treatment |
| Turkey | Ask for a quote | 1 to 2 weeks for tests and a plan; longer for treatment |
| Dubai | Ask for a quote | 1 to 2 weeks for tests and a plan; longer for treatment |
Treatment only. Add flights, visas and accommodation for you and a companion.
SHA overseas cover. With a referral from a doctor in Kenya, SHA can pay up to KES 500,000 at SHA-approved hospitals abroad. Who qualifies and which hospitals
About cancer treatment abroad
Many Kenyans travel for a second opinion, surgery, radiotherapy or newer treatments. Hospitals need your reports to plan and quote, and the first visit is usually for tests and a treatment plan.
What the quote usually covers
Usually included
- Consultation with the cancer team
- The treatment in the plan you are quoted for
Often charged on top
- Repeat scans and tests
- Medicines not in the quote
- Further cycles of treatment
- Accommodation between treatments
Want a written quote?
Up to 3 hospitals abroad reply directly. Free.
Before you travel
Documents to prepare
- Valid passport (at least 6 months left)
- Visa for the country you choose
- Your recent medical reports, scans and test results
- A referral letter from your doctor in Kenya, if you have one
- Biopsy and pathology reports
- Recent scans (CT, MRI or PET) on a disc or link
- Your treatment so far
Budget on top of treatment
- Flights for you and a companion
- Visa fees
- Hotel or apartment near the hospital before and after treatment
- Meals and local transport
- Medicines to take home
- Follow-up care back in Kenya
Common questions
Can I get a second opinion before travelling?
Yes. Most hospitals will review your reports and give an opinion and treatment plan before you decide to travel.
Can I have part of the treatment in Kenya?
Often yes. Some patients have surgery abroad and chemotherapy at home. Ask the hospital whether that is possible for your plan.
What should I send for a quote?
Your biopsy report, scans and a summary from your doctor. The more complete the reports, the more accurate the quote.
Prices are indicative and change often. Hospitals confirm the price after reviewing your reports. Check visa rules on official government sites before you book. This page is general information, not medical advice.