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Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United States (Washington, D.C.)

Embassy address · Consular section · Office hours · Consular district

Quick answer: The Embassy of China in the United States is in Washington, D.C. It covers the D.C. area and many Eastern states, and currently also handles the districts formerly served by the Houston consulate. The consular (visa) section has a separate address from the chancery.

Embassy & Consular Section Addresses

  • Chancery: 3505 International Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008
  • Visa & Certificate Section: 2201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 110, Washington, D.C. 20007

Visa, passport, and notarial services are handled at the consular section address, not the chancery.

Office Hours

  • Chancery: Monday–Friday 9:00–17:30 (except holidays)
  • Consular section: Monday–Friday 9:30–14:30 (except holidays)

Hours may change; verify with the mission's official announcements.

Consular District

Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Delaware; plus Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas, and Puerto Rico (formerly served by the Houston consulate).

Practical Notes

  • Since October 23, 2023, Chinese missions in the U.S. accept walk-in visa submissions without an online appointment after filing the COVA form (consular.mfa.gov.cn/VISA).
  • Confirm your consular district by your place of residence before applying.
  • Exact documents and procedures are subject to the latest mission requirements.

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FAQ

Q: Where is the visa section of the Chinese Embassy in the U.S.?

A: Visa and certificate services are handled at the Consular Section, 2201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 110, Washington, D.C. 20007 — a different address from the chancery at 3505 International Place.

Q: What are the office hours?

A: The chancery is open Monday–Friday 9:00–17:30; the consular section is open Monday–Friday 9:30–14:30, closed on holidays. Verify with official announcements.

Q: I live in Texas — which Chinese mission serves me?

A: Texas is currently handled by the Embassy in Washington, D.C. (formerly the Houston consulate district). Confirm with the embassy's latest district notice.

Q: Do I need an appointment for a visa?

A: Since October 23, 2023, Chinese missions in the U.S. accept walk-in submissions after filing the COVA form. Check the latest official requirements.

Disclaimer: This page is for visa consulting and document preparation reference only. It is not legal advice, does not represent any embassy, consulate, or visa authority, and does not guarantee any visa outcome. Consulate addresses, office hours, and jurisdictions may change at any time; all information is subject to the latest published rules of the relevant authorities.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-22