South Africa Hospital Costs

Premier healthcare and specialized medical treatment may be considered too costly for the average South African citizen, but these offerings are generally very affordable for western medical tourists. Favorable exchange rates and lower costs of procedures and hospitalization draw thousands of foreign patients each year. By visiting South Africa for treatment, the savings can be from 40 to 60 percent of the cost in the UK, and there’s also the added benefit of being able to enjoy and experience the incredible beauty of the country.

Total costs for a wide array of medical procedures and treatments in South Africa usually range from half to two-thirds of the cost that would be normal in the US. For example, average costs for breast augmentation are approximately US$4,000 in South Africa, compared to US$8,000 in the US. A face lift will cost around US$6,000, when in the US a similar procedure typically costs US$15,000; and rhinoplasty runs at around US$4,000, as opposed to US$6,000 in the US.