# LASIK in India: cost, safety & hospitals > Informational only, not medical advice. Figures are sourced population data; outcome rates are population averages, not a personal prognosis. Source: CureMeridian (https://curemeridian.com/procedures/lasik/india). ## Quick facts - Average cost: $900 (range $600 to $1,200) - Savings vs home: up to 78% less than in the United States - Typical wait in India: ~14 days - Popular hospitals listed: 20 ## Cost of LASIK in India LASIK in India costs on average $900, ranging from $600 to $1,200. Sourced, 1 source. - Typically includes: Pre-operative assessment, Surgery, Post-operative check-up - Usually excluded: Travel expenses, Additional corrective procedures ## Savings vs your home country | Home country | Cost at home | You could save | | --- | --- | --- | | United States | $4,000 | 78% | | United Kingdom | $1,600 | 44% | | Canada | $2,800 | 68% | | Australia | $2,900 | 69% | | New Zealand | $2,600 | 65% | | Ireland | $2,000 | 55% | ## Is LASIK in India safe? Published outcome data (population averages, not a personal prognosis): published success rate 95%; serious complication rate 1%; revision rate 5%. US travel advisory: Exercise Increased Caution. ## LASIK: risks, recovery & what to expect - Travel-related risk factors: Minimal; avoid dry air exposure. - Activity restrictions during recovery: Avoid swimming and contact sports for 2 weeks. - Typical return-to-activity (population averages): return to work in ~2 days; return to exercise in ~14 days. - Costs to plan for: Potential costs for enhancement procedures. Recovery timeline (typical, not a personal prognosis): - Immediate Recovery: Rest and avoid eye strain. - Early Recovery: Avoid rubbing eyes and follow eye drop regimen. - Full Recovery: Vision stabilizes; follow-up check. ## Popular hospitals for LASIK in India - Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, rated 4.7 (55620 reviews) - Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, Hyderabad, rated 4.8 (36000 reviews) - Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, rated 4.7 (23893 reviews) - Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, rated 4.7 (23366 reviews) - BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, rated 4.6 (18851 reviews) - Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai, rated 4.7 (12554 reviews) - Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, rated 4.8 (12547 reviews) - Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram, rated 4.6 (12296 reviews) - Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, rated 4.3 (2447 reviews) - Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, rated 4.8 (32959 reviews) - AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, rated 4.2 (19759 reviews) - MGM Healthcare, Chennai, rated 4.8 (19650 reviews) - Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai Central, Mumbai, rated 4.7 (15808 reviews) - Nanavati Max Hospital, Mumbai, rated 4.5 (5281 reviews) - Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, rated 3.8 (4881 reviews) - Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, New Delhi, rated 4.2 (8985 reviews) - AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), New Delhi, rated 4.3 (7690 reviews) - Sankara Eye Hospital, Bangalore, Bangalore, rated 4.4 (6954 reviews) - Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal, rated 4.2 (1106 reviews) - Global Eye Clinic, Mumbai, rated 4.9 (323 reviews) ## Recovery & logistics - 0 night(s) in hospital; safe to fly home after ~1 days; ~3 days total trip - Visa: E-Visa Available. Main airport: DEL. English proficiency: Official and Common. ## Why India for LASIK - Affordable laser eye surgery - Latest excimer laser equipment - High volume eye centers - Experienced refractive surgeons - Eye care pioneers globally ## Frequently asked questions ### What accreditation should I check for LASIK clinics in India? Eye centres should hold NABH accreditation or equivalent quality certification. Leading LASIK providers like Centre for Sight and Dr. Shroff Charity Eye Hospital also maintain ISO 9001 certification and use US FDA-approved laser platforms. ### What does a LASIK package in India typically include? Packages cover a comprehensive eye evaluation (topography, pachymetry, wavefront analysis), the bilateral LASIK procedure, protective eyewear, post-op eye drops, and follow-up visits at one day, one week, and one month. ### What LASIK technology is available in India? Bladeless femtosecond LASIK, wavefront-guided LASIK, and topography-guided Contoura Vision are widely available. Major clinics use platforms from Carl Zeiss (VisuMax), Alcon (WaveLight EX500), and Johnson & Johnson (iDESIGN) excimer lasers. ### What follow-up care is provided after LASIK in India? Patients are examined one hour post-procedure and again the next day. Antibiotic and steroid eye drops are prescribed for one to two weeks, and a final evaluation at one month confirms visual stability before clearing the patient for travel. ### How do international patients pay for LASIK in India? Full payment is typically required before the procedure via credit card or bank transfer. LASIK is considered elective and rarely covered by insurance. The total cost is low enough that most international patients pay out of pocket without financing. ### Who is a good candidate for LASIK? You must be at least 18 years old with a stable prescription for at least one year. FDA-approved treatment ranges are up to -12 diopters for nearsightedness, +6 for farsightedness, and 6 diopters of astigmatism. Your corneas must be thick enough (typically 540-550 microns) and your eyes must be free of active disease or severe dry eye. ### How long do LASIK results last — will my vision regress? LASIK permanently reshapes the cornea and results typically stabilize within 3-6 months, remaining stable for at least 10 years with average regression of roughly 0.11 diopters per year for moderate to high myopia. LASIK does not prevent presbyopia (age-related loss of near vision starting in the 40s). Over 20 years, about 31% of patients opt for a retreatment. ### What are the alternatives if I am not eligible for LASIK? PRK reshapes the cornea surface without a flap, suitable for thinner corneas though recovery takes longer. ICL places a tiny lens inside the eye and can correct up to -18 diopters — ideal for very high prescriptions — and is reversible. SMILE is a flapless option with lower dry eye risk but currently only treats nearsightedness and astigmatism. ### How soon after LASIK can I safely fly home? Most eye surgeons clear patients to fly 3-5 days after uncomplicated LASIK, once the initial healing check confirms the corneal flap is secure. Cabin air is drier than normal, so use preservative-free artificial tears frequently during the flight. Plan a minimum 5-7 day trip to allow for the pre-operative assessment, procedure day, and at least one follow-up visit. ### What should I look for when choosing an overseas LASIK center? Look for centers with the latest excimer laser technology (wavefront-guided platforms from major brands like Zeiss, Alcon, or J&J Vision), ISO-certified or JCI-accredited facilities, and a surgeon who has performed 5,000+ refractive procedures. Confirm they offer comprehensive pre-operative testing including corneal topography, pachymetry, and wavefront analysis. A transparent package price covering both eyes, all follow-ups, and an enhancement policy is also important. --- Source: CureMeridian, https://curemeridian.com/procedures/lasik/india. Hospital rankings are calculated by our algorithm and are not paid placements.