Ask for an itemised hospital estimate
Request the currency, estimated procedures or services, what is excluded, whether a deposit is needed and how changes are handled. An estimate can change after clinical assessment; ask who will explain and authorise additional items.
Confirm the payee and method
Ask the hospital which desk or official payment channel to use, whether your card or payment app is supported and what identification is required. Do not assume every hospital accepts the same foreign card or insurance arrangement.
Keep separate service quotes
Interpretation, accompaniment, records translation, transport and accommodation may be provided separately. For each one confirm the provider, service hours, overtime terms, currency, receipt and cancellation policy before payment.
Plan for refunds and records
Keep estimates, payment receipts and the agreed cancellation terms. Ask how refunds are requested, which method is used and whether bank or currency conversion charges apply. Contact your bank for card limits and exchange questions.
Official sources
Use these official sources to check the rules and arrangements that apply to your visit.
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