LASIK / SMILE Vision Correction (both eyes): what it costs in China (2026)
| Country | Typical price | Typical wait |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4,000–$8,000 | 2–4 weeks |
| United Kingdom | $3,000–$6,000 | 2–6 weeks |
| Thailand | $1,800–$3,200 | 1 week |
| China | $1,500–$3,500 | Same week |
Suggested trip length: 3–4 days (pre-op exam, surgery, next-day check).
China performs among the highest volumes of SMILE procedures globally; top centers in Shanghai and Beijing use current-generation Zeiss platforms.
Common questions
Is the quality comparable to home?
MedBridge partners with international departments of Grade-A tertiary hospitals and accredited private specialty chains — the same institutions that treat diplomats and expatriates in China. Surgeon volumes for high-frequency procedures (LASIK, implants, joint replacement) often exceed those of typical Western practices.
Do I need a visa for this treatment?
If your nationality is on China's visa-free list and the trip fits within 30 days, no visa is needed. Otherwise an S2 medical visa applies. Check your route with the Visa Wizard →
What's included in the price?
Hospital fees and standard consumables. Travel, accommodation and interpretation services are quoted separately — or bundled in a MedBridge care package.
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