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Embassy of China in Nairobi, Kenya

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Embassy of China in Nairobi, Kenya, located at Woodlands Road. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of China, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    Woodlands Road
    PO Box 30508
    Nairobi 00100
    Kenya

  • Telephone

    +254 272 6851, Chinese Visa Application Centre: +254 790 487 260, Consular: +254 717 070 214

  • Fax

    +254 272 6402

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 2:00 PM

    🕒 Current time in Nairobi: 12:15 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of China in Nairobi, Kenya

Upcoming Holidays

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

  • Dragon Boat Festival: June 19 Flag of China
  • Mid-Autumn Festival: September 25 Flag of China
  • National Day of China: October 1 Flag of China
  • Utamaduni Day (Huduma Day): October 10 Flag of Kenya

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of China in Nairobi, Kenya:

  • Process passport applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Kenyan 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

Guo Haiyan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

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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 embassy and its services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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

See also

Kenya in China

Kenya has representation in the following city:

Nearby Airports

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
    (14.76 km away)
    Nairobi
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This page was last edited on 14 May 2025 at 11:00 AM (EST).

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