Bottom line up front: A proper booking confirmation should be a written document with specific details — not just a text message thread — since you may need it for travel insurance, visa purposes, or your own records.
What a proper confirmation should include
- Your name and the specific procedure booked
- Confirmed date(s) and the treating facility's name and address
- The treating physician's name
- Payment terms and any deposit already received
- Contact information for the facility's international patient coordinator
Why this document matters beyond just confirmation
Travel insurance providers, and in some cases entry documentation, may ask for evidence of your specific purpose of travel — a proper appointment letter serves this purpose cleanly, distinct from an informal message exchange.
What to do if you only have informal confirmation
Request a formal written confirmation or appointment letter directly — a legitimate provider via colombiacosmeticsurgery.com or colombiadentist.co should be able to produce this without difficulty once your booking is confirmed.
The Takeaway
Don't rely on a WhatsApp thread alone as your confirmation — request a formal document with the specific details above.