Everything you need to know about traveling to Shanghai for medical treatment at Donglei Brain Hospital.
We make the visa process straightforward with official hospital documentation and dedicated support.
The S2 visa is the most common visa for international patients seeking medical treatment in China. It allows stays of up to 180 days and is suitable for most treatment durations.
We provide: Official hospital invitation letter, treatment confirmation, and medical documentation to support your S2 visa application.
For patients from countries with visa-free access to China (including 144-hour transit visa-free policy in Shanghai), or those combining medical treatment with tourism, the L visa is an alternative option.
Shanghai offers a 144-hour (6-day) visa-free transit policy for citizens of 53 countries. This can be suitable for brain health screening or short consultations.
Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): 7 km from hospital. Serves domestic and regional flights.
Pudong International Airport (PVG): 60 km from hospital. Serves international long-haul flights.
VIP airport pickup available on request.
Hongqiao Railway Station: 7 km from hospital. Direct high-speed rail connections to Beijing (4.5h), Nanjing (1h), Hangzhou (45min), and all major Chinese cities.
Metro: Line 17, Panlong Road Station (2.9 km)
Expressway: S20 exit 200m from hospital
Taxi/Ride-hail: Didi, the Chinese equivalent of Uber, is widely available. Our team can help arrange transport.
Comfortable lodging options near the hospital for you and your family during treatment.
We partner with several hotels within 2-5 km of the hospital offering special rates for our international patients. Options range from 4-star business hotels to 5-star international chains.
Our coordinator can book on your behalf and arrange daily transport between your hotel and the hospital.
For longer treatment stays (2+ weeks), serviced apartments with kitchen facilities offer more comfort and cost-effectiveness. Located near the hospital with easy access to shops and restaurants.
Suitable for families who need space to cook and live comfortably during extended treatment.
All previous MRI/CT scans (DICOM on CD or USB), medical reports, lab results, medication list, and referral letters. Bring originals and copies.
Comfortable clothing, personal toiletries, mobile phone with international roaming or Chinese SIM card, power adapter (China uses Type A/C/I plugs, 220V).
Passport (valid 6+ months), visa, travel insurance, international health insurance card, emergency contact information, and a companion if possible.