先講重點
醫療邀請函係由中國醫院發出嘅官方文件，證明你已經被接受進行治療。S2簽證（私人事務，30-180日）同S1簽證（長期，180日以上）都需要呢份文件。你可以自己搞，或者搵人幫你協調。
老實講，邀請函呢樣嘢流程唔複雜，但有兩個卡位。語言係一塊，醫院國際醫療部幾乎只接受中文溝通。材料齊唔齊都係一塊，邀請函係簽證申請嘅核心文件，醫院對內容真實性負責，審核比較嚴格。我可以現場同醫院確認具體需求、幫你準備同提交材料複印件，等醫院可以快速做出審批決定。如果你中文冇問題，自己搞完全OK；如果語言係障礙，搵人幫手會慳好多時間。
What Is a Medical Invitation Letter?
A medical invitation letter (來華就醫邀請函) is an official document issued by a Chinese hospital, confirming that you've been accepted for treatment. It's not just a formality — it's the core document for your visa application.
Proof of acceptance
The hospital has reviewed your case and agreed to treat you.
Visa requirement
Required for S2 visas (private affairs) and S1 visas (long-term stay).
Legal validity
Must be issued by a Grade 3A hospital with official stamp and signature.
Important: M visas are for business/commercial trade only — not for medical treatment. Medical travelers need S2 (short-term) or S1 (long-term) visas. See the Visa Guide for details.
Who Needs One?
Whether you need an invitation letter depends on your visa type and treatment duration:
| Visa Type | Invitation Letter? | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | Not needed | Short checkups, outpatient visits (under 30 days) |
| 240-hour transit | Not needed | Transit stopover with quick medical care (under 10 days) |
| L visa (tourist) | Not needed | Short-term tourism + checkup (under 30 days) |
| S2 visa | Required | Hospitalization, surgery, recovery (30-180 days) |
| S1 visa | Required | Long-term treatment, post-op rehab (180+ days) |
Quick check: If you're from a visa-free country AND your treatment is under 30 days → no visa or letter needed. Otherwise, check the Visa Guide.
What's in It?
The invitation letter contains specific information that immigration officers verify:
Patient information
Name, gender, date of birth, passport number, nationality
Medical details
Diagnosis, condition summary, proposed treatment plan, estimated duration
Cost estimate
Projected treatment costs and payment method
Hospital information
Hospital name, address, contact details, receiving department
Official stamp
Hospital seal and authorized signature — must be original
How to Get One
Two paths — pick the one that fits your situation:
Option 1: Have Someone Coordinate
Best for:
- You don't speak Chinese fluently
- You're not familiar with Chinese hospital processes
- You want to save time on back-and-forth communication
Here's what happens:
- 1.You send your medical records (any format is fine)
- 2.They translate and organize them into hospital-ready format
- 3.They contact the hospital's international department
- 4.The hospital reviews your case and confirms acceptance
- 5.You receive the invitation letter (digital PDF)
Invitation letter coordination fee: ¥500 (fully deductible if you book an escort service within 90 days. This is a separate service from the second opinion fee of ¥500)
Honest take: Sounds like an extra cost? But consider this — calling hospitals yourself means navigating Chinese phone systems, waiting for callbacks, and explaining your situation in Chinese. Time is money.
Option 2: On Your Own
Best for:
- Fluent Chinese speakers who can call hospitals directly
- Patients with a specific hospital already in mind
- Those who prefer to handle everything independently
Here's what happens:
- 1.Identify a target hospital (must be Grade 3A)
- 2.Call their international department (usually Chinese only)
- 3.Submit your medical records
- 4.Wait for hospital evaluation (3-5 business days)
- 5.Receive the invitation letter if accepted
In Shenzhen, hospitals like Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen People's Hospital, and HKU-Shenzhen Hospital have international departments that handle invitation letters.
Step-by-Step Process
Here's the complete journey from medical records to invitation letter:
Prepare your medical records (1-3 days)
Gather your diagnosis reports, imaging results, medication list, and treatment history. Don't worry about formatting — I'll help organize everything.
Remote consultation (optional but recommended) (3-5 days)
A Shenzhen specialist reviews your case and provides a second opinion. This helps confirm you're a good candidate for treatment in China.
Hospital confirms acceptance (3-5 days (don't rush — this is how long it takes))
The hospital evaluates whether your case is within their scope and if you're suitable for treatment in China.
Invitation letter issued (1-2 days)
The hospital prepares the official letter with stamp and signature. You receive it as a digital PDF.
Timeline & Cost
Here's what to expect — with Arthur handling coordination vs. doing it yourself:
有 Arthur 幫手
我嚟協調——更快、更慳心機
自己搞掂
環節更多，時間更長
Cost Summary
| Scenario | Breakdown | Total |
|---|---|---|
| With Arthur, no second opinion | Invitation letter coordination ¥500 + Hospital fee ¥100-300 | ¥600-800 |
| With Arthur + second opinion | Second opinion ¥500 + Invitation letter coordination ¥500 + Hospital fee ¥100-300 | ¥1,100-1,300 |
| DIY | Hospital fee ¥100-300 | ¥100-300 |
What You'll Need
Don't stress about having everything perfectly organized. Here's what helps:
Diagnosis report or medical summary*
Chinese or English is fine — I'll translate if needed
Imaging results (CT, MRI, X-ray)*
Reports are enough; original DICOM files are a bonus
Current medication list*
What you're taking, dosage, frequency
Previous treatment history
Surgeries, procedures, hospitalizations
Doctor's recommendation letter
If your local doctor wrote one