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The Chinese Consulate in San Francisco uses China Online Visa Application System (new COVA). The consulate says an appointment is not required for the services it lists.
Before you book
- Make sure the San Francisco consulate serves your state (California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming). Check your state.
- Open the official booking page and choose the service you need (Visa, Chinese passport, Travel document, Authentication inquiries).
- Appointments take place during the office’s public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM (Pacific Time).
- Bring the documents the consulate lists for your service.
What the consulate says about appointments
- Service: Visa
- Steps
- Complete online application and upload documents.
- Wait for status Passport to be submitted.
- Applicant or agent submits passport and originals during public counter hours.
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How do I book an appointment at the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco?
Use China Online Visa Application System (new COVA). Official booking link: https://consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA/. Booking on official portals is free.
Is an appointment required?
The consulate says an appointment is not required for the services it lists.
What if there are no appointments available?
Check the official portal again for new slots and contact the consulate by email ([email protected]) or by phone (+1 415 919 6008) if you have an urgent case.
- us.china-embassy.gov.cn (page of the Embassy of China in Washington, DC (consular section))
- sanfrancisco.china-consulate.gov.cn
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