2026 Guide for Vietnamese Patients Seeking Medical Aesthetics in China: Visas, Popular Treatments, and Price Comparisons
2026-08-07
In 2026, Vietnam’s economy is leading Southeast Asia with a 7.4% growth rate, while its middle class is expanding rapidly and demand for medical aesthetics is rising sharply. As China’s medical aesthetics industry becomes more mature and inbound travel policies continue to improve, more Vietnamese aesthetic care clients are turning to China—not only for value, but also for advanced techniques and a wider range of treatment options. This guide covers visas, popular treatments, and price comparisons to help Vietnamese clients plan their full medical aesthetics journey to China.
1. What Visa Do Vietnamese Citizens Need for Medical Aesthetics in China? In March 2026, nine Chinese government departments jointly issued the Policy Measures on Promoting Travel Service Exports and Expanding Inbound Consumption, which clearly listed cosmetic surgery and premium health checkups as key categories for international medical tourism. Visa facilitation has also improved significantly. Vietnamese citizens traveling to China for medical aesthetics may consider the following visa options: • Tourist Visa (L Visa) : Suitable for minimally invasive or non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as skin booster injections and IPL photorejuvenation. The stay period is typically 30 days, and processing usually takes 3–5 business days. • Medical Visa (M Visa) : Suitable for surgical procedures such as comprehensive rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. A hospital invitation letter is required, and the stay period may be extended to 90 days. • Visa-Free Transit Policy : Vietnamese ordinary passport holders traveling to China may be eligible for 144-hour visa-free transit at certain ports...