ConsulateOffices
Which consulate serves me?

Countries

IndiaChinaItalyJapanBrazilColombiaPakistanEcuadorPhilippinesSpainFranceGermany
All countries

Cities

New YorkWashington, DCLos AngelesChicagoHoustonMiamiSan FranciscoBoston

Passport

Indian · San FranciscoIndian · New YorkIndian · ChicagoIndian · HoustonIndian · Atlanta

Appointments

Italian · New YorkItalian · Los AngelesEcuadorian · QueensPakistan · HoustonPolish · Chicago

Guides

Which consulate serves my state?How consular districts workFind a passport or appointment pageHow we check each officeReport a correction
Independent guide, not a government website or consulate. Details come from each consulate's official website.How we checkIndependent guide, not a government website.How we check

Embassy consular section · Washington, DC

Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC

Embassy of China in Washington, DC (consular section)

2201 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC 20007

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

The Embassy of China in Washington, DC (consular section) is at 2201 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC 20007. Phone: +1 202 495 2071. Public hours: Monday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PM. It serves 18 states and territories. Appointments: China Online Visa Application System (new COVA).

Call+1 202 495 2071 AppointmentHow to book DirectionsGoogle Maps

What do you need at this office?

Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC appointmentChina Online Visa Application System (new COVA) and what to bringChinese Embassy in Washington, DC hoursMonday–Friday 9:30 AM–2:30 PMChinese Embassy in Washington, DC phone number+1 202 495 2071 · phone hours

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 (Eastern Time). Telephone hours, 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

  • District of Columbia
  • Maryland
  • Virginia
  • West Virginia
  • North Carolina
  • South Carolina
  • Kentucky
  • Tennessee
  • Delaware
  • Alabama
  • Arkansas
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Louisiana
  • Mississippi
  • Oklahoma
  • Texas
  • Puerto Rico

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 2201 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC 20007 (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 18 states and territories in its published jurisdiction.

Nearest Chinese offices

Chinese Consulate in New YorkConsulate General · New York, NY207 miChinese Consulate in ChicagoConsulate General · Chicago, IL592 miChinese Consulate in Los AngelesConsulate General · Los Angeles, CA2,294 miChinese Consulate in San FranciscoConsulate General · San Francisco, CA2,433 mi

All 5 Chinese offices in the US

Other consulates in Washington

Pakistan Embassy in Washington, DCEmbassy consular sectionBangladesh Embassy in Washington, DCEmbassy consular sectionRussian Embassy in Washington, DCEmbassy consular sectionSpanish Embassy in Washington, DCEmbassy consular sectionBrazilian Consulate in WashingtonConsulate GeneralFrench Consulate in WashingtonConsulate General

All 47 consulates in Washington

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC?

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

Where is the Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC?

2201 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC 20007.

How do I book an appointment at the Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC?

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 Embassy in Washington, DC cover?

District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Delaware, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas and Puerto Rico.

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

ConsulateOffices is an independent guide, not affiliated with the Embassy of China in Washington, DC (consular section). Report a change.