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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: Close now
China Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria
Plot 161A, Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Phone: 00234-12612586
Working hours: Close now
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Maritime Day | Saturday, July 11 | 1 week |
| Army Day | Saturday, August 01 | 4 weeks |
| Chinese Valentine's Day | Wednesday, August 19 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Id el Maulud | Wednesday, August 26 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Spirit Festival | Thursday, August 27 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Teachers' Day | Thursday, September 10 | 2 months |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Friday, September 25 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| National Day | Thursday, October 01 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| National Day Golden Week holiday | Friday, October 02 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
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:
- Maritime Day (CN) Sat, Jul 11, 2026 (1 week, 1 day)
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Time in China vs Nigeria
Beijing, China time is 7:00 hours ahead of Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria
19:14PMThursday, July 02, 2026
Beijing, China
02:14AMFriday, July 03, 2026