Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Size is valued at US$ 6.9 Bn in 2025 and is predicted to reach US$ 49.2 Bn by the year 2034 at an 24.5% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
Cosmetic medical tourism refers to the rapidly expanding practice of travelling abroad for elective aesthetic procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty, hair transplantation, and non-surgical treatments. Patients are primarily motivated by cost savings of 50–80 % compared to prices in high-income countries, even after travel and accommodation expenses. Equally important drivers include shorter or nonexistent waiting times, access to surgeons with exceptionally high procedural volumes and specialized expertise, and the opportunity to combine surgery with discreet recovery in an attractive vacation setting.
Rising global disposable income, intensified beauty consciousness fueled by social media and celebrity culture, and the destigmatization of aesthetic enhancement have dramatically increased demand for cosmetic procedures worldwide. However, prohibitive costs and long public-sector wait times in North America, Western Europe, and Australia push patients toward international options.
Governments in leading destination countries actively support this trend through targeted medical tourism strategies: streamlined medical visas, official promotion of accredited facilities, infrastructure investment, and public–private partnerships that ensure consistent quality standards. Enhanced global air connectivity, the rise of specialized medical tourism agencies, and transparent online reviews have further lowered barriers, making cross-border surgery feel safe and routine for an expanding middle-class and affluent patient base.
The sector is rapidly adopting AI-driven outcome simulations, blockchain for secure records, and universal accreditations (JCI, ISAPS) to build trust. As of 2025, the clear leaders are South Korea (facial surgery), Turkey (hair transplants and full-body packages), Thailand (hospitality and volume), Brazil/Colombia (body contouring), Mexico (North American proximity), and India (emerging premium hub). These destinations attract millions annually with world-class results, luxury recovery options, and 50–80% cost savings.
Some of the Key Players in Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market:
The cosmetic medical tourism market is segmented by age group, service type, and service provider. By age group, the market is segmented into 18 years & younger age, 19 to 34 years, 35 to 50 years, as well as 51 to 64 years, 65 years and above. By service type, the market is segmented into invasive cosmetic procedures (breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, liposuction, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, others) and non-invasive cosmetic procedures (botulinum toxin, hair removal, hyaluronic acid, photo rejuvenation, non-surgical fat reduction, others). By service provider, the market is segmented into public and private.
The cosmetic medical tourism market was dominated by the 35–50 year age group in 2024, and it is projected to expand at the highest CAGR over the duration of the forecast. Compared to other age groups, those between the ages of 35 & 50 are more likely to undergo cutting-edge cosmetic procedures, which is the primary factor contributing to this segment's growth. People in this age bracket are also more self-conscious about their appearance, which leads them to undergo multiple cosmetic procedures to improve it. The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, for instance, reported in June 2024 that 700,328 women between the ages of 35 and 50 had breast augmentation surgery globally.
In 2024, the private sector held the largest global market share for cosmetic medical tourism, indicating its dominance in the industry. Several private clinics and hospitals offering a variety of medical services, including cosmetic procedures, are among the key elements propelling the market's expansion. In June 2024, for example, the International Travel and Health Insurance Journal reported that there were around 38,512 medical facilities in Thailand as of 2023, with 25,148 of those being private hospitals and clinics.
The Asia-Pacific region has solidified its position as the world’s leading medical tourism hub, combining high-quality clinical care with costs often 60–80 % lower than in Western countries. Thailand, India, Malaysia, and Singapore dominate the landscape, attracting millions of international patients annually for procedures ranging from cosmetic surgery and dental work to complex interventions such as cardiac surgery, organ transplantation, and oncology treatment. Notably, India welcomed over 7.3 million medical tourists in 2024, a significant increase from 6.1 million in 2023, underscoring the region’s growing appeal and infrastructure maturity.
| Report Attribute | Specifications |
| Market Size Value In 2025 | USD 6.9 Bn |
| Revenue Forecast In 2034 | USD 49.2 Bn |
| Growth Rate CAGR | CAGR of 24.5% from 2025 to 2034 |
| Quantitative Units | Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
| Historic Year | 2021 to 2024 |
| Forecast Year | 2025-2034 |
| Report Coverage | The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
| Segments Covered | By Age Group, By Service Type, By Service Provider, and By Region |
| Regional Scope | North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
| Country Scope | U.S.; Canada; Germany; The UK; France; Italy; Spain; Rest of Europe; China; Japan; India; South Korea; Southeast Asia; Rest of Asia Pacific; Brazil; Argentina; Mexico; Rest of Latin America; GCC Countries; South Africa; Rest of the Middle East and Africa |
| Competitive Landscape | Fortis Healthcare, KPJ Healthcare Berhad, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd., Bangkok Hospital, Azurite Medical & Wellness, Grand Plastic Surgery, Livonta Global, Asthetica, The Esthetic Clinics, Medical Care Hungary Kft, Gleneagles Healthcare India Private Limited, Dhanwantari's Chrysalis, and Nera Clinic |
| Customization Scope | Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Geographic competitive landscape. |
| Pricing and Available Payment Methods | Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Incremental Opportunity Analysis (US$ MN), 2025-2034
4.8. Global Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping (US$ Mn), 2024-2034
4.9. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis, By Key Player (2024)
4.10. Use/impact of AI on COSMETIC MEDICAL TOURISM MARKET Industry Trends
Chapter 5. Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Segmentation 1: By Service Type, Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Market Share by Service Type, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following Service Type:
5.2.1. Invasive Cosmetic Procedures
5.2.1.1. Breast Augmentation
5.2.1.2. Liposuction
5.2.1.3. Eyelid Surgery
5.2.1.4. Abdominoplasty
5.2.1.5. Rhinoplasty
5.2.1.6. Others
5.2.2. Non-invasive Cosmetic Procedures
5.2.2.1. Botulinum Toxin
5.2.2.2. Hyaluronic Acid
5.2.2.3. Hair Removal
5.2.2.4. Non-surgical Fat Reduction
5.2.2.5. Photo Rejuvenation
5.2.2.6. Others
Chapter 6. Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Segmentation 2: By Age Group, Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Market Share by Age Group, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following Age Group:
6.2.1. 18 Years & Younger
6.2.2. 19 to 34 Years
6.2.3. 35 to 50 Years
6.2.4. 51 to 64 Years
6.2.5. 65 Years and Above
Chapter 7. Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Segmentation 3: By Service Provider, Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Market Share by Service Provider, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value US$ Mn) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following Service Provider:
7.2.1. Public
7.2.2. Private
Chapter 8. Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Segmentation 4: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. Global Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market, Regional Snapshot 2024 & 2034
8.2. North America
8.2.1. North America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2021-2034
8.2.1.1. US
8.2.1.2. Canada
8.2.2. North America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Type, 2021-2034
8.2.3. North America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Age Group, 2021-2034
8.2.4. North America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Provider, 2021-2034
8.3. Europe
8.3.1. Europe Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2021-2034
8.3.1.1. Germany
8.3.1.2. U.K.
8.3.1.3. France
8.3.1.4. Italy
8.3.1.5. Spain
8.3.1.6. Rest of Europe
8.3.2. Europe Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Type, 2021-2034
8.3.3. Europe Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Age Group, 2021-2034
8.3.4. Europe Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Provider, 2021-2034
8.4. Asia Pacific
8.4.1. Asia Pacific Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2021-2034
8.4.1.1. India
8.4.1.2. China
8.4.1.3. Japan
8.4.1.4. Australia
8.4.1.5. South Korea
8.4.1.6. Hong Kong
8.4.1.7. Southeast Asia
8.4.1.8. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.4.2. Asia Pacific Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Type, 2021-2034
8.4.3. Asia Pacific Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Age Group, 2021-2034
8.4.4. Asia Pacific Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts By Service Provider, 2021-2034
8.5. Latin America
8.5.1. Latin America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Country, 2021-2034
8.5.1.1. Brazil
8.5.1.2. Mexico
8.5.1.3. Rest of Latin America
8.5.2. Latin America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Type, 2021-2034
8.5.3. Latin America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Age Group, 2021-2034
8.5.4. Latin America Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Provider, 2021-2034
8.6. Middle East & Africa
8.6.1. Middle East & Africa Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
8.6.1.1. GCC Countries
8.6.1.2. Israel
8.6.1.3. South Africa
8.6.1.4. Rest of Middle East and Africa
8.6.2. Middle East & Africa Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Type, 2021-2034
8.6.3. Middle East & Africa Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Age Group, 2021-2034
8.6.4. Middle East & Africa Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Service Provider, 2021-2034
Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
9.2. Company Profiles
9.2.1. Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd. (India)
9.2.1.1. Business Overview
9.2.1.2. Key Product/Service
9.2.1.3. Financial Performance
9.2.1.4. Geographical Presence
9.2.1.5. Recent Developments with Business Strategy
9.2.2. Azurite Medical & Wellness (U.S.)
9.2.3. Bangkok Hospital (Thailand)
9.2.4. Grand Plastic Surgery (South Korea)
9.2.5. Fortis Healthcare (India)
9.2.6. KPJ Healthcare Berhad (Malaysia)
9.2.7. Livonta Global (India)
9.2.8. Asthetica (Turkey)
9.2.9. Gleneagles Healthcare India Private Limited (India)
9.2.10. Dhanwantari's Chrysalis (India)
9.2.11. The Esthetic Clinics (India)
9.2.12. Medical Care Hungary Kft (Hungary)
9.2.13. Nera Clinic (Turkey)
Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market by Age Group-
· 18 Years & Younger
· 19 to 34 Years
· 35 to 50 Years
· 51 to 64 Years
· 65 Years and Above
Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market by Service Type -
· Invasive Cosmetic Procedures
o Breast Augmentation
o Abdominoplasty
o Liposuction
o Rhinoplasty
o Eyelid Surgery
o Others
· Non-invasive Cosmetic Procedures
o Botulinum Toxin
o Hair Removal
o Hyaluronic Acid
o Photo Rejuvenation
o Non-surgical Fat Reduction
o Others
Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market by Service Provider-
· Public
· Private
Cosmetic Medical Tourism Market by Region-
North America-
· The US
· Canada
Europe-
· Germany
· The UK
· France
· Italy
· Spain
· Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific-
· China
· Japan
· India
· South Korea
· Southeast Asia
· Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America-
· Brazil
· Argentina
· Mexico
· Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa-
· GCC Countries
· South Africa
· Rest of the Middle East and Africa