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Consulate General · New York, NY

Chinese Consulate in New York

Consulate General of China in New York

520 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM

The Consulate General of China in New York is at 520 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036. Public hours: Monday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM. It serves 10 states and territories. Appointments: China Online Visa Application System (new COVA).

What do you need at this office?

Opening hours

Monday9 AM–3 PM
Tuesday9 AM–3 PM
Wednesday9 AM–3 PM
Thursday9 AM–3 PM
Friday9 AM–3 PM
SaturdayNo public hours
SundayNo public hours
  • Passport and visa counter

Times are local (Eastern Time). open today →

Appointments

This office books through China Online Visa Application System (new COVA). The consulate says an appointment is not required for the services it lists.

How to book at this office

Chinese passport

ServiceFee
Chinese passport, standard per-document fee$18

All passport fees and steps

Source: us.china-embassy.gov.cn · newyork.china-consulate.gov.cn. A missing amount means the fee was not published, not that the service is free.

Other consular fees

ServiceFee
Tourist visa US citizen regularValid until December 31, 2026 · Entry scope: single/double/multiple entries as in official US citizen table; journalist visas have separate fee$140
Express visa surchargeValid until December 31, 2026$25
Journalist j1 j2 US citizenValid until December 31, 2026$171
Chinese travel document, standard per-document fee$18

Source: us.china-embassy.gov.cn · newyork.china-consulate.gov.cn. A missing amount means the fee was not published, not that the service is free.

1 more fees are listed in the official table linked above.

Services

  • Visa
  • Chinese passport
  • Travel document
  • Authentication inquiries

States served

  • Connecticut
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Ohio
  • Pennsylvania
  • Vermont
  • Rhode Island

Live elsewhere? Check which Chinese office serves your state.

More from the consulate

Address scope

  • Passport and visa public office; may differ from the diplomatic chancery address.

Map and directions

Get directions to 520 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036 (opens Google Maps)

Does this office serve you?

China assigns each US state to one office. Pick the state where you live:

This office lists 10 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Chinese offices

All 5 Chinese offices in the US

Other consulates in New York

All 48 consulates in New York

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Chinese Consulate in New York?

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9 AM–3 PM. Times are local (Eastern Time). Holidays and closures can change this, so check the official website before you go.

Where is the Chinese Consulate in New York?

520 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036.

How do I book an appointment at the Chinese Consulate in New York?

Appointments are handled through China Online Visa Application System (new COVA). Official link: https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/. The consulate states that an appointment is not required for the listed services.

Which states does the Chinese Consulate in New York cover?

Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Rhode Island.

How much does a passport cost at the Chinese Consulate in New York?

Chinese passport, standard per-document fee: $18, according to the official fee table.

Sources (official websites, checked on October 30, 2026):

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