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China Embassy and Consulates in Nigeria

2 Diplomatic Missions 2 Cities

China Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria

China Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria
Plot 302-303 Ao.Central Area Abuja,Nigeria.
Phone: 00234-9- 4618661,4618662,4618664 Working hours: Close now (Lunch time)

China Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria

China Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria
Plot 161A, Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Phone: 00234-12612586 Working hours: Close now (Lunch time)

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of China may close on the following Nigerian and Chinese holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
Lantern Festival Tuesday, March 03 0 minutes
Women's Day Sunday, March 08 4 days, 5 hours
Arbor Day Thursday, March 12 1 week, 1 day
Mothering Sunday Sunday, March 15 1 week, 4 days
March Equinox Friday, March 20 2 weeks, 2 days
Id el Fitr additional holiday Saturday, March 21 2 weeks, 3 days
Good Friday Friday, April 03 4 weeks, 2 days
Holy Saturday Saturday, April 04 1 month

Frequently asked questions, answered

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:

  • Lantern Festival (CN) Tue, Mar 03, 2026 (0 minutes)

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Time in China vs Nigeria

Beijing, China time is 7:00 hours ahead of Abuja, Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria 12:59PMTuesday, March 03, 2026
Beijing, China 19:59PMTuesday, March 03, 2026