Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone
博鳌乐城国际医疗旅游先行区
Established in 2013 by State Council approval, Boao Lecheng is China's only national-level medical special zone. Located in Qionghai, Hainan Province, the zone spans over 20 km² and hosts 30+ medical institutions. Thanks to special regulatory privileges, patients can access 485+ FDA, EMA, and PMDA-approved medicines and devices before they are available elsewhere in mainland China. The zone has welcomed over 865,000 medical tourists in 2025 alone, representing 109% year-over-year growth.
Special Pilot Policies
Early access to FDA/EMA/PMDA approved drugs before mainland approval
Zero-tariff on medical equipment imports
15% corporate tax rate for encouraged industries
15-day fast-track approval for foreign physicians
59-country visa-free entry to Hainan
Wholly foreign-owned hospitals permitted (since Nov 2024)
Special medical formula foods allowed (first in China)
Clinical trial fast-track for innovative therapies
Regulatory Advantage
485+ innovative medicines and medical devices available before mainland China approval. Products must have CE mark, FDA license, or PMDA approval.
Hub Institutions
Ruijin-Hainan Hospital
瑞金海南医院
Boao Super Hospital
博鳌超级医院
Boao Yiling Life Care Center
博鳌一龄生命养护中心
Raffles Medical Lecheng
莱佛士乐城医疗
JK Plastic Surgery Lecheng
JK整形乐城
West China Hospital Lecheng Hospital
华西乐城医院
Innovation & Research
Translational Medicine Hub
This zone acts as a bridge between laboratory research and clinical practice. Innovation focus areas include cell therapy, genomic sequencing, and robotic surgical training centers.
Travel & Logistics
Visa & Entry
Dedicated medical visa support is available for international patients seeking treatment in this zone. 59-country visa-free entry for up to 30 days. Medical visa extensions available with hospital documentation.
Patient Logistics
Hub institutions coordinate with luxury accommodation providers and airport recovery services to ensure a seamless medical journey.
News & Insights
Stem Cell Therapies in Hainan: What You Need to Know
A comprehensive overview of stem cell treatments available at Boao Lecheng, including pricing, conditions treated, and what to expect.
Early Access Drugs at Lecheng: FDA-Approved Treatments in China
How Boao Lecheng enables access to internationally approved medicines before they reach the mainland Chinese market.
Planning Your Medical Trip to Hainan: Step-by-Step
A practical guide for international patients planning a medical trip to Hainan, covering visas, travel, accommodation, and treatment coordination.
Complete Guide to Boao Lecheng Medical Tourism Zone
Everything you need to know about China's only national-level medical special zone: treatments, policies, and how to plan your medical journey.