Medical Visa for China
Visas for medical travel to China — explained.
The right visa for your care
Patients wishing to be hospitalized at specialized medical institutions or rehabilitation facilities in China — for treatment or recuperation — and their accompanying family members can apply for a medical-purpose visa. China categorizes these into distinct types:
S1 Visa
Long-term treatment and accompanying stays exceeding 180 days.
S2 Visa
Short-term medical stays of up to 180 days.
L Visa
Limited use for minor consultations and short check-up visits under 30 days.
Depending on your nationality, you may also be eligible for visa-free entry to China (up to 30 days for an expanding list of countries) or the 240-hour visa-free transit policy — often sufficient for a health check-up or a short consultation trip. Visa policies change frequently; our coordinators confirm the latest rules before you book travel.
Where to Apply
At the embassy or consulate of the People's Republic of China in your country of residence, or through a designated Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC).
Document Checklist
- Completed visa application form and a recent passport photo
- Passport copy (valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay)
- Diagnosis documentation from your home physician
- An appointment / invitation confirmation from the Chinese medical institution
- Proof of financial support covering treatment and stay
- For accompanying family: documents proving the family relationship
We take the paperwork off your hands
Official Invitation Letter
We coordinate the official invitation / appointment letter from the treating hospital in China.
Document Review
We review your document package before submission to minimize delays and rejections.
Visa or Not?
We advise whether you need a visa at all — many check-up guests travel visa-free or under transit policies.