The Foreigner Physical Examination Form is an important document for many students applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) and admission to Chinese universities.
Applicants planning to study in China for more than six months are commonly required to submit this medical examination form as part of their scholarship application.
The form must be completed carefully. Missing medical examinations, an unstamped photograph, missing hospital stamp or missing physician signature can make the document invalid.
This guide explains how to complete the Foreigner Physical Examination Form for CSC Scholarship 2027–2028 correctly.
Foreigner Physical Examination Form at a Glance
| Requirement | General Guidance |
|---|---|
| Document | Foreigner Physical Examination Form |
| Commonly Required For | Students staying in China for more than 6 months |
| Language | Commonly completed in English |
| Validity | 6 months |
| Physician Signature | Required |
| Hospital Stamp | Required |
| Applicant Photograph | Required |
| Stamp Across Photograph | Required |
| Chest X-ray | Included in examination |
| ECG | Included in examination |
| Laboratory Tests | Included according to the official form |
| Original | Keep with applicant unless university requests otherwise |
| Application Upload | Usually scanned copy |
Current CSC guidance states that applicants staying in China for more than six months should submit a copy of the form, while keeping the original themselves. Medical examination results are valid for six months.
Where to Get the Official Form
Do not download a redesigned or unofficial medical form from random websites.
Use the Foreigner Physical Examination Form provided through:
- Your target Chinese university’s official scholarship notice
- Chinese Government Scholarship application instructions
- Chinese Embassy or designated application authority
- Official international student admissions website of the university
Many universities provide the form as a downloadable attachment with their CSC application guide.
For example, Beijing Language and Culture University provides the official Foreigner Physical Examination Form template with its scholarship application materials.
Click Here to Download Physical Examination Form
When Should You Complete the Medical Examination?
Do not complete it too early.
The medical examination result is generally valid for:
6 months
For example, if your university requires a valid medical examination when you submit the application in February, a medical examination completed too early in the previous year may expire.
The safest approach is:
Check your university application deadline first → then arrange the examination within the required six-month validity period.
Current CSC and university notices repeatedly state that the examination is valid for only six months.
Step 1: Download and Print the Form
Download the form from an official source.
Print it clearly without changing:
- Page structure
- Medical examination fields
- Required declarations
- Signature areas
- Hospital stamp areas
Do not create your own medical certificate instead of the official form unless your university specifically allows it.
Step 2: Add Your Personal Information
Complete the applicant information section carefully.
Information generally includes:
- Full name
- Sex
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- Place of birth
- Photograph
Your name should match your passport.
Avoid using different spellings between:
- Passport
- CSC application
- University application
- Medical examination form
Step 3: Attach Your Photograph
Attach a recent photograph in the designated area.
One important requirement is commonly missed:
The photograph should be officially sealed/stamped by the hospital, with the stamp crossing the photograph and the form.
Current CSC guidance specifically states that forms without a properly sealed photograph may be considered invalid.
Do not simply paste a photograph after leaving the hospital.
Step 4: Visit an Appropriate Hospital
Take the official form to a recognized hospital or medical institution capable of completing the required examinations.
Before starting, tell the hospital that the examination is for:
Study / scholarship application in China
and show them the complete official form.
The physician should complete the medical sections based on the actual examination results.
What Examinations Are Included?
The official Foreigner Physical Examination Form contains several medical examination areas.
These include items such as:
- General physical examination
- Height and weight
- Blood pressure
- Eyes
- Ear, nose and throat
- Heart
- Lungs
- Abdomen
- Spine
- Extremities
- Nervous system
- Chest X-ray
- ECG
- Laboratory examinations
The current official form also includes laboratory/serological testing and sections related to communicable diseases.
The hospital should follow all items listed on the official form.
Do not skip a section because another applicant tells you that it is unnecessary.
Important Supporting Reports
Some universities require applicants to upload not only the main form but also the related examination reports.
These commonly include:
| Supporting Report | May Be Required |
|---|---|
| Laboratory examination report | Yes |
| ECG report | Yes |
| Chest X-ray report | Yes |
| Other test reports requested by university | If applicable |
For example, Chongqing University’s current CSC Type B guide specifically requires the laboratory examination report, ECG report and chest X-ray report to be uploaded together with the form.
Therefore, ask the hospital to give you copies of all relevant test reports.
Step 5: Make Sure Every Section Is Completed
Before leaving the hospital, check the entire form.
Current CSC guidance warns that incomplete medical records are invalid.
Do not leave required sections empty.
If a doctor determines that something does not apply or there is no abnormal finding, the medical professional should complete the form appropriately rather than the applicant filling medical results themselves.
Step 6: Get the Physician’s Signature
The attending physician should sign the designated area.
A form without the physician’s signature may be rejected.
Before leaving the hospital, check that the signature is clearly present.
Step 7: Get the Hospital’s Official Stamp
The form should include the official stamp of the hospital or examination institution.
Current CSC instructions specifically state that forms without the hospital’s official stamp are invalid.
Check both:
- Hospital stamp in the designated area
- Seal/stamp across your photograph where required
These are two commonly overlooked details.
Step 8: Check the Examination Date
Make sure the date is clearly written.
Remember:
The medical examination is valid for six months.
A form without a clear date may cause problems when the university checks whether it is still valid.
Step 9: Keep the Original Form
General CSC instructions commonly tell applicants to upload a copy of the medical examination form and keep the original themselves.
Therefore:
Do not give away your only original copy unless your university specifically requires it.
Keep together:
- Original Foreigner Physical Examination Form
- Chest X-ray report
- ECG report
- Laboratory reports
- Other examination reports
You may need them later.
Step 10: Scan and Upload the Documents
Scan the completed form clearly.
The uploaded document should be:
- Complete
- Clearly readable
- Correctly oriented
- Free from cropped edges
- High enough quality to read stamps and signatures
If your university requests supporting reports, combine or upload them according to the university portal instructions.
Do not upload blurry phone photographs if you can make a clear scan.
What Makes the Physical Examination Form Invalid?
CSC guidance identifies several common problems.
| Problem | Result |
|---|---|
| Missing required examination items | May be invalid |
| No physician signature | Invalid |
| No hospital official stamp | Invalid |
| Photograph missing | May be invalid |
| Photograph not properly sealed/stamped | May be invalid |
| Examination older than permitted validity | Expired |
| Important pages/reports missing | Application may be incomplete |
| Unclear scan | May not be accepted |
Current CSC instructions explicitly warn that incomplete forms or forms without the physician’s signature, hospital stamp or sealed photograph are invalid.
Do You Need to Upload the Test Reports?
This depends on the university.
Some universities only describe the Foreigner Physical Examination Form in their general checklist.
Others specifically require:
- Laboratory report
- ECG report
- Chest X-ray report
For example, Chongqing University currently requires all three supporting examination reports with the form.
Sun Yat-sen University similarly requires scanned copies of the medical form, chest X-ray, ECG and laboratory test reports.
Therefore:
Always check your target university’s document checklist.
Can You Use a Medical Certificate Instead?
Do not assume that an ordinary medical fitness certificate can replace the official form.
CSC applications normally refer specifically to the:
Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Use the official form unless your university expressly provides another procedure.
Do You Need the Medical Form for a Short Program?
General CSC guidance states that applicants planning to study in China for more than six months should submit the Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
Requirements for shorter programs can differ.
Follow the scholarship notice applicable to your program.
Do Students Already in China Need It?
This can vary by university.
Some universities allow certain applicants already residing legally in China to submit a valid residence permit or permanent residence document instead of the physical examination form.
For example, Sun Yat-sen University currently provides such an option for eligible applicants already residing in mainland China.
Do not assume this exception applies everywhere.
Check your university’s instructions.
Will You Need Another Medical Examination After Arriving in China?
Possibly.
The medical examination submitted during the application is used for scholarship/admission requirements, but students may still be subject to health verification or additional examination requirements after arriving in China depending on immigration, residence permit and local procedures.
Keep your original medical examination documents with you when traveling.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid:
- Using an unofficial form
- Completing the examination too early
- Leaving medical sections blank
- Forgetting the photograph
- Missing the stamp across the photograph
- Missing physician signature
- Missing hospital stamp
- Forgetting ECG, laboratory or X-ray reports when required
- Uploading only one page of the form
- Uploading blurry scans
- Losing the original form
- Assuming every university has identical requirements
Official Information
Applicants should obtain the latest Foreigner Physical Examination Form from the China Scholarship Council / Campus China, their Chinese Embassy or the official admissions website of their selected university.
The general CSC requirement is that the examination cover all items listed on the official form.
Incomplete records or those missing the attending physician’s signature, hospital stamp or properly sealed photograph can be considered invalid. Medical results are generally valid for six months.
Final Advice
The Foreigner Physical Examination Form is straightforward, but small mistakes can make the document invalid.
Remember these five points:
Official Form → Complete All Tests → Photograph Sealed → Doctor & Hospital Sign/Stamp → Valid for Six Months
Also collect the laboratory, ECG and chest X-ray reports, because many Chinese universities request these together with the main form.
For the CSC Scholarship 2027–2028, applicants should check the final university announcement before completing the examination because document requirements can differ between universities.
Important Note
This guide is prepared for applicants planning for the CSC Scholarship 2027–2028. Final requirements for the 2027–2028 intake may be updated by CSC or individual universities. Always follow the latest official instructions issued by your target university.