Packing & Pre-Departure Checklist

A little preparation goes a long way. Here’s what to pack and arrange before you fly.

Documents (keep in hand luggage)

• Passport (valid 6+ months beyond your return)
• Visa (for China)
• Travel/health insurance details
• Medical records — diagnosis, history, imaging (files on USB), lab results
• Medication list (name, dose, frequency) — translated
• Written medical summary (in English) of your condition & allergies
• Medical ID card (we can prepare in Chinese)
• Appointment confirmation & itemized quote
• Emergency contacts — family, our support line, your embassy

Medications & health

• Enough of your current medications for the whole trip + follow-up
• Any new prescriptions discussed pre-travel
• Basic first-aid — pain relief, antihistamine, bandages, thermometer
• Any medical devices (e.g., inhaler, glucose meter) — carry in hand luggage
• Copies of prescriptions in your luggage

Comfort & practical

• Comfortable clothing (easy to change for procedures)
• Loose-fitting clothes for after a procedure
• Supportive shoes
• A light jacket (air-conditioning/seasonal)
• Personal items — toiletries, charger, adapter (China uses Type A/C/I, 220V)
• A small bag for day-to-day carry
• Reusable water bottle (fill from filtered taps)

Money & tech

• Some cash (RMB) for small purchases
• International card(s) (Visa/Mastercard)
• Alipay or WeChat Pay set up with a linked card (for daily spending)
• Phone + SIM/eSIM (data) + offline maps of your city
• Chargers & universal adapter
• Portable battery

Before you leave

• Flight tickets confirmed
• Accommodation booked near the hospital
• Transport arranged (airport + city)
• Interpreter arranged (we can)
• Visa approved
• Insurer notified (if applicable)
• A trusted contact knows your itinerary

💡 We arrange the logistics — flights help, accommodation, transport, interpreter — so you can focus on packing and resting. Start a consultation.