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Consulate General · San Francisco, CA

Chinese Consulate in San Francisco

Consulate General of China in San Francisco

1450 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94115; visa entrance at Geary Boulevard

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM

The Consulate General of China in San Francisco is at 1450 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94115; visa entrance at Geary Boulevard. Phone: +1 415 919 6008. Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM. It serves California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming (some only in part). Appointments: China Online Visa Application System (new COVA).

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What do you need at this office?

Chinese Consulate in San Francisco appointmentChina Online Visa Application System (new COVA) and what to bringChinese Consulate in San Francisco hoursMonday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM

Opening hours

Monday9:30 AM–2:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM–2:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM–2:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM–2:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM–2:30 PM
SaturdayNo public hours
SundayNo public hours
  • Passport and visa counter

Times are local (Pacific 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

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

Source: us.china-embassy.gov.cn, published December 29, 2025. A missing amount means the fee was not published, not that the service is free.

Services

  • Visa
  • Chinese passport
  • Travel document
  • Authentication inquiries

States served

  • California (part)
  • Alaska
  • Nevada
  • Oregon
  • Washington
  • Idaho
  • Montana
  • Wyoming

“Part” means only some counties are covered; check the official wording below.

Official wording

Northern California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming

Live elsewhere? Check which Chinese office serves your state.

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Address scope

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

Map and directions

Get directions to 1450 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94115; visa entrance at Geary Boulevard (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 8 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Chinese offices

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco?

Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM. Times are local (Pacific Time). Holidays and closures can change this, so check the official website before you go.

Where is the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco?

1450 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94115; visa entrance at Geary Boulevard.

How do I book an appointment at the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco?

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 San Francisco cover?

California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. Only part of California is covered; check the county list in the official wording.

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

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