Updated: 2026-10-09 · Prepared by YuanAi International; not individual medical review
Identify the actual treating provider
Record the hospital’s official name, location, fertility department and contact channel. Separate the consultation business from the healthcare provider. Verify through official hospital and health authority channels rather than relying only on sales screenshots.
Confirm acceptance before travel
Explain nationalities, residence and proposed identity documents. Ask about acceptance, relationship documents, translation and first-visit requirements. An answer to an enquiry is not an acceptance confirmation.
Ask what outcome statistics measure
Ask whether data refers to clinical pregnancy or live birth, per cycle or transfer, and which age and treatment groups are represented. Different definitions are not directly comparable and clinic data does not guarantee an individual outcome.
Compare like for like
Obtain itemised written quotes covering currency, payee, exclusions and cancellation terms. Ask about language support, responsible clinicians, schedule changes and follow-up after returning home. Mark unanswered questions before deciding.
A first-enquiry template
“I live abroad and want to confirm acceptance and preparation. Which hospital and location would provide care? How are my documents verified? Can you provide the quote scope, record requirements and estimated visit schedule?” Keep dated replies and reconfirm before travel.
Sources for further verification
HFEA: choosing a fertility clinic · HFEA: fertility treatment abroad
HFEA regulates UK clinics. Its guidance helps prepare questions and does not determine Chinese hospital acceptance. Verify Chinese authorisation and eligibility with the receiving hospital and health authorities.