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Consulate General of China in Durban, South Africa

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Consulate General of China in Durban, South Africa, located at 45 Stirling Crescent, Durban North. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    45 Stirling Crescent, Durban North
    Durban 4051
    South Africa

  • Telephone

    +27-31-563 4534 / 4731

  • Fax

    +27-31-563 4827

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Friday 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–11:30 AM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – ⛱️ Youth Day is on Tuesday (in 6 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Durban: 1:07 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 45 Stirling Crescent, Durban North, the consulate provides easy access to nearby areas. Use the map below for detailed directions and points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of China in Durban, South Africa

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Youth Day: June 16 Flag of South Africa
  • Dragon Boat Festival: June 19 Flag of China
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa

Visa Requirements

If you hold a South African passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter China.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to China without a visa. The most common types of China visas are the following.

  • Crew visa (C)
  • Permanent residence visa (D)
  • Visit Visa (F)
  • Transit visa (G)
  • Long-term journalist visa (J1)
  • Short-term journalist visa (J2)
  • Tourist visa (L)
  • Business visa (M)
  • Family reunion visa (Q1)
  • Family visit visa (Q2)
  • Talent visa (R)
  • Long-term private visit visa (S1)
  • Short-term private visit visa (S2)
  • Long-term study visa (X1)
  • Short-term study visa (X2)
  • Working visa (Z)

Head of Mission

Li Zhigong, Consul General

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Visa Services

Chinese diplomatic missions around the world, including embassies and consulates, provide visa services. These missions handle visa applications for individuals who wish to visit China for various purposes, such as tourism, study, work, business, or other activities.

Passport Services

Chinese embassies and consulates process passport applications and renewals for Chinese citizens and also provide assistance in case of lost or stolen passports.

Consular Assistance

Chinese diplomatic missions offer consular assistance and protection to Chinese citizens who are traveling or residing abroad. This includes assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, natural disasters, or cases involving Chinese citizens in legal trouble.

Holidays in China

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Online Resources

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Additional Missions in South Africa

Besides Consulate General of China in Durban, South Africa, China also has 3 representations in the following cities of South Africa:


View All Diplomatic Missions of China in South Africa

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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See also

South Africa in China

South Africa has 2 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 15 September 2024 at 06:41 AM (EST).

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