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China Embassy and Consulates in Nigeria
2 Diplomatic Missions
2 Cities
China Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria
Plot 302-303 Ao.Central Area Abuja,Nigeria.
Phone: 00234-9- 4618661,4618662,4618664
Working hours: Open now (Close in 5 hours 41 minutes)
China Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria
Plot 161A, Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Phone: 00234-12612586
Working hours: Open now (Close in 5 hours 41 minutes)
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of China may close on the following Nigerian and Chinese holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Labour Day | Friday, May 01 | 2 weeks, 3 days |
| Youth Day | Monday, May 04 | 2 weeks, 6 days |
| Children's Day | Wednesday, May 27 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Id el Kabir additional holiday | Thursday, May 28 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Children's Day | Monday, June 01 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Democracy Day | Friday, June 12 | 1 month, 4 weeks |
| Al-Hijra | Wednesday, June 17 | 2 months |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Friday, June 19 | 2 months |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 2 months, 1 week |
1. How many Chinese Embassies/Consulates are there in Nigeria?
China currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Nigeria including Abuja and Lagos.
2 - Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for China?
Nigerian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into China. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of China in Nigeria for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Chinese embassies in Nigeria?
The Chinese representative offices in Nigeria will be closed in observance of the following Nigerian and Chinese holidays in 2026/2024:
- Labour Day (CN & NG) Fri, May 01, 2026 (2 weeks, 3 days)
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Time in China vs Nigeria
Beijing, China time is 7:00 hours ahead of Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria
11:19AMMonday, April 13, 2026
Beijing, China
18:19PMMonday, April 13, 2026