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Consulate General of China in Kolkata, India

Consulate General of China in Kolkata, India, located at EC-72, Sector I. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    EC-72, Sector I
    Salt Lake City
    Kolkata, West Bengal 700064
    India
  • Telephone

    +91 33 4004 5200, Visa and Attestation Enquiry: +91 33 2337 7712, +91 33 4004 5211

  • Fax

    +91 33 4004 5201

  • Email

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Orissa and West Bengal

Location Map

Located at EC-72, Sector I, the consulate is near the key landmark Marble Palace. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of China in Kolkata, India

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.

  • Dragon Boat Festival: June 19 Flag of China
  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India
  • Milad un-Nabi: August 26 Flag of India

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Indian 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

Xu Wei, 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

Planning your travels and want to stay updated on holidays in China? Here's a handy, organized list https://mostholidays.com

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in India

Besides Consulate General of China in Kolkata, India, China also has 2 representations in the following cities of India:


View All Diplomatic Missions of China in India

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of China in neighboring countries or regions of India.

See also

India in China

India has 3 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Marble Palace (4.65 km away)

    46, Muktaram Babu St, Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal 700007, India

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  • Science City (5.11 km away)

    J.B.S Haldane Ave, Mirania Gardens, East Topsia, Kolkata, West Bengal 700046, India

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  • Howrah Bridge (6.45 km away)

    Howrah, West Bengal 711101, India

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  • Indian Museum (6.52 km away)

    27, Jawaharlal Nehru Rd, Park Street, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016, India

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  • St. Paul's Cathedral (7.66 km away)

    Cathedral Rd, Maidan, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071, India

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  • Victoria Memorial (8.07 km away)

    1, Queens Way, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071, India

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Nearby Airports

  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
    (8.84 km away)
    Kolkata

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