Kidney Transplant Cost in Hyderabad
A kidney transplant in Hyderabad for international patients typically costs $11,000–$20,000 (₹10,51,600–₹19,12,000) all-inclusive, covering surgery, ICU, a hospital stay of about 7–10 days, and standard immunosuppressant medication for the first weeks. Domestic patients pay considerably less, in the ₹5–15 lakh range, with international packages priced higher to include concierge coordination, translation and extended follow-up.
Liver Transplant Cost in Hyderabad
A liver transplant in Hyderabad costs roughly $21,000–$43,000 (₹20,07,600–₹41,10,800) for international patients, reflecting the longer surgery, extended ICU time, and more intensive post-operative monitoring compared to a kidney transplant. Both procedures require a compatible living donor identified and medically cleared before hospital admission for most international patients.
Transplant Costs in Hyderabad (Indicative)
| Procedure | Typical cost (USD) | Hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney transplant, living donor | $11,000–$18,000 (₹10,51,600–₹17,20,800) | 7–10 days |
| Kidney transplant, minimally invasive/laparoscopic | $13,900–$19,000 (₹13,28,800–₹18,16,400) | 7–10 days |
| Liver transplant, living donor | $21,000–$38,000 (₹20,07,600–₹36,32,800) | 10–15 days |
| Liver transplant, complex/deceased donor | $28,000–$43,000 (₹26,76,800–₹41,10,800) | 12–18 days |
| Post-transplant immunosuppression (first year, approx.) | $2,000–$4,000 (₹1,91,200–₹3,82,400) | Ongoing after return home |
Hyderabad vs Other Countries
| Country | Liver transplant (USD) | Kidney transplant (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| India (Hyderabad) | $21,000–$43,000 (₹20,07,600–₹41,10,800) | $11,000–$20,000 (₹10,51,600–₹19,12,000) |
| Turkey | $45,000–$70,000 (₹43,02,000–₹66,92,000) | $16,000–$24,000 (₹15,29,600–₹22,94,400) |
| Thailand | $60,000–$90,000 (₹57,36,000–₹86,04,000) | $19,000–$29,000 (₹18,16,400–₹27,72,400) |
| United Kingdom (private) | $115,000–$160,000 (₹1,09,94,000–₹1,52,96,000) | $43,000+ (₹41,10,800+) |
| United States | $305,000–$405,000 (₹2,91,58,000–₹3,87,18,000) | $260,000–$400,000+ (₹2,48,56,000–₹3,82,40,000+) |
See our full country-by-country treatment cost comparison for more procedures.
Donor Eligibility and Legal Requirements
- Living donor transplants require the donor to be a close relative (spouse, parent, child, sibling) under Indian transplant law, with blood-group compatibility and a full medical fitness workup.
- Unrelated donors need clearance from a hospital ethics committee, which adds 1–3 weeks to the timeline.
- Both patient and donor need a medical visa and complete pre-transplant test reports before hospital admission is confirmed.
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What affects the cost of a transplant in Hyderabad
- Type of transplant: liver transplants usually cost more than kidney transplants, and living-donor and deceased-donor routes differ.
- Donor evaluation: tests and assessments for the donor are part of the cost.
- Length of stay and intensive care for both recipient and donor.
- Anti-rejection medicines, which continue long after discharge.
- Complications or readmissions, which can add significantly.
Legal approvals to plan for
Living organ donation in India is regulated under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act. Hospital authorisation committees review each living donor case, so families should collect relationship documents early and ask the transplant centre for its exact checklist. International patients usually need additional documents from their embassy. See our guides to kidney transplant in India and liver transplant in India.
Questions to ask the transplant team
- How many transplants of this type does the team perform each year?
- What does the estimate include for recipient and donor?
- How long must we stay in Hyderabad after surgery?
- How will follow-up work once we return home?
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a kidney transplant cost in Hyderabad?
A living-donor kidney transplant in Hyderabad costs roughly $11,000–$20,000 (₹10,51,600–₹19,12,000) all-inclusive for international patients.
How much does a liver transplant cost in Hyderabad?
A liver transplant in Hyderabad for international patients typically costs $21,000–$43,000 (₹20,07,600–₹41,10,800), including surgery, ICU and a 10–18 day hospital stay.
Which hospitals in Hyderabad perform kidney and liver transplants?
Apollo Hospitals, Yashoda Hospitals, AIG Hospitals, and KIMS Hospitals all run active transplant programmes in Hyderabad.
Can a foreign national bring their own donor to Hyderabad?
Yes. Living-donor transplants from a close relative are the most common route for international patients, subject to blood-group compatibility and hospital ethics committee approval.
How long do you need to stay in Hyderabad after a transplant?
Plan for 3–4 weeks after a kidney transplant and 6–8 weeks after a liver transplant, so the transplant team can confirm organ function before you fly home.
