Travel Checklist for Medical Visits to China

1. Travel & Entry Documents (Carry-On Only)

  • Valid passport (minimum 6-month validity) and approved Chinese visa with official receipt
  • Soft & hard copies of passport and visa; spare passport-sized photos
  • Confirmed hotel booking and round-trip flight itinerary
  • Simple English medical visit explanation; complete accommodation registration within 24 hours after arrival

2. Medical Records (Core for Accurate Consultation)

  • Latest medical history, surgical records, imaging and lab reports (past 3–6 months, English or bilingual)
  • Current medication list, official prescription and personal allergy records
  • Hospital appointment confirmation, clinic address and contact information

3. Medicines & Health Supplies (Customs Compliant)

  • Personal chronic and daily medications with extra 7–10 days supply, original packaging and English prescriptions
  • Medical masks, disinfectant wipes, bandages and basic first-aid supplies
  • Only personal-use quantity allowed; declare large medical supplies at customs

4. Insurance & Payment Solutions

  • Valid medical travel insurance covering China treatment; save policy number & emergency hotline
  • Visa/Mastercard credit card and small amount of foreign cash
  • Activated WeChat Pay & Alipay with overseas bank binding for local medical & daily payment

5. Electronics & Travel Essentials

  • Mobile phone, charger, compliant power bank and China standard power adapter
  • China SIM card / portable WiFi; pre-install WeChat, Alipay, map and translation apps

6. Daily Necessities (Minimal & Medical-Friendly)

  • Seasonal loose & comfortable clothes and lightweight shoes for hospital visits
  • Portable toiletries, thermos cup, umbrella and other daily essentials

7. Important Travel Reminders

  • Arrive 1–2 days early to adapt to the environment and avoid delayed appointments
  • Keep all medical invoices, reports and documents for follow-up treatment and insurance claims
  • Save hospital emergency contacts and China emergency hotlines (120 / 110)

8. Final Carry-On Checklist

All documents & visas, complete medical records, personal medications, electronic devices, cash and hygiene supplies (do NOT check in)