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Embassy of China in Pretoria, South Africa

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Embassy of China in Pretoria, South Africa, located at 225 Athlone Street, Arcadia. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of China, or find information about the address, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, and head of mission (HOM).

Location Map

Located at 225 Athlone Street, Arcadia, the embassy is near key landmarks like Loftus Versfeld Stadium and Union Buildings. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of China in Pretoria, South Africa

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.

  • 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

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of China in Pretoria, South Africa:

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

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

Wu Peng, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of China to South Africa

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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.

Additional Missions in South Africa

Besides Embassy of China in Pretoria, 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

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

See also

South Africa in China

South Africa has 2 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Loftus Versfeld Stadium (0.70 km away)

    440 Kirkness Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007

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  • Union Buildings (1.74 km away)

    Government Avenue, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0001

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  • State Theatre (3.35 km away)

    320 Pretorius Street, Pretoria Central, 0001

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  • Church Square (3.99 km away)

    Church Square, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0001

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  • Ditsong National Museum of Natural History (4.04 km away)

    432 Paul Kruger St, Pretoria Central, 0001

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  • Wonderboom Nature Reserve (7.76 km away)

    Wonderboom Nature Reserve, Pretoria, 0182

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Nearby Airports

  • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    (43.64 km away)
    Johannesburg
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