Options: Charter vs. Commercial Stretcher
For stable patients, commercial airline stretcher via Air India non-stop (JFK-DEL) stretcher or long-range charter with fuel stop is the most cost-effective option. We manage MEDIF documentation, airline liaison, oxygen arrangements on board, and a qualified medical escort. For critical or ventilated patients, a dedicated charter provides ICU-configured transport for the full 14-16 hours journey.
Documentation for Repatriation from United States
Repatriation from United States requires: patient's passport and visa documentation, detailed medical report from the treating facility, fitness-to-fly assessment, MEDIF form completed by the treating doctor, and (for commercial stretcher) written airline approval. We guide families through every document step.
Receiving Hospitals in India
Depending on the patient's condition, we coordinate admission at AIIMS, Medanta, Max, Fortis, Apollo, Tata Memorial, Manipal, Narayana Health, and other Indian specialist hospitals. Pre-admission liaison is part of our service.
Frequently Asked Questions
For commercial stretcher, airline approval takes 24-72 hours depending on the carrier and route. For charter, we can often position within 12-24 hours of clearance. We begin immediately on your first call.
Our medical team guides your family through required documentation. The treating hospital in United States must complete the MEDIF form and fitness-to-fly certificate. We liaise with the hospital on your behalf where possible.
Yes. We coordinate ALS road ambulance at the departure hospital in United States (through our international partner network) and our own ALS ambulance at the Indian airport for the final leg to the receiving hospital.