Chinese Consulate in Christchurch, New Zealand

Consul-General: Mr. Wang Zhijian
Address: 106 Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041
 

Consular Office of Chinese Consulate in Christchurch

Address: 108 Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041
Tel: 0064-3-3433650, 11:00 - 12:00, 14:00 - 17:00 on working days
Fax: 0064-3-3433647
Email: chc_zx@csm.mfa.gov.cn
Office hours: 09:00 - 12:00, Monday to Friday (except holidays)
 

Consular District

Tasman, Nelson, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Southland
                      

Visa Application

1. All applicants holding ordinary passports should complete the visa aplication form on the official web of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, print it out and sign it.
2. All applicants aged 14-70 should come to the consulate in person to lodge the submission. 

 Visa Fees
 

Processing Time

1. Most applications are processed within 4 working days from the next working day after application submission. Applications are assessed individually, so the actual processing time may vary. It is recommended to apply one month prior to the trip.

2. Express service is available if the consular officer agrees at time the application is submitted and the additional service fee of NZD 37 paid. Documents of outward travel, such as a fully paid return ticket and hotel reservation may be required.
 

2026 Holiday Schedule of Chinese Consulate in Christchurch

Festival Date Day
New Year's Day January 1 Thursday
Chinese New Year February 16-18 Monday - Wednesday
Qingming Festival April 6 Monday
Dragon Boat Festival June 19 Friday
Mid-Autumn Festival September 25 Friday
Chinese National Day September 30 - October 2 Wednesday - Friday
Christmas Day December 25&28 Friday & Monday

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- Last updated on Jan. 07, 2026 by Gabby Li -