The Chinese Embassy building is located in the northwest of Washington DC. It covers an area of 10,796 square meters with a floor area of 39,900 square meters. It was surrounded by Van Ness Street to the north and International Drive to the west. The warm beige-hued French limestone is used for the exterior walls in recognition of the limestone found in typical federal buildings throughout Washington DC.
The building features a fusion of the traditional philosophies of Chinese architecture and modernity. The south-facing entrance leads to a modern and functional interior and a Chinese-style garden in the back. The whole compound is composed of a West Office Wing, an East Office Wing and a public area where the Entrance Hall is located. The unique and modern-look of Entrance Hall makes it the symbol of the building. It leads to a number of meeting rooms, ball rooms, a multi-function hall and an auditorium.
Landscaping is an important part of the design. The Chinese garden between the two office wings adds a touch of tranquility to the compound.
Chinese embassy building is designed by the world famous Chinese American architect I.M.Pei and built by Chinese contractors. It was put to use on April 1, 2009.
3505 International Place, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 U.S.A.
Tel: +1-202-495-2266
Fax: +1-202-495-2138
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.china-embassy.org
2201 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 110, Washington, D.C. 20007 , U.S.A.
Tel: +1-202-337-1956
Fax: +1-202-588-9760
E-mail: [email protected]
Chinese Embassy Chancery
Office Hours: 9:00 am-5:30 pm
( Monday – Friday, except holidays)
The Visa Section
Office Hours: 9:30 am- 2:30 pm
( Monday – Friday, except holidays)
US applicants should submit their application to the Visa Office of Chinese Embassy/ Consulate General based on their State of residence as categorized below. Please be advised that sending your visa application or document(s) to the incorrect office may result in complication or delay in processing or even denial of application.
Accepting applicants from:
Washington DC
Delaware
Idaho
Kentucky
Maryland
Montana
Nebraska
North Carolina
North Dakota
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Virginia
West Virginia
Wyoming
For more information visit Chinese Embassy Website
Accepting applicants from:
Connecticut
Maine
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Vermont
For more information visit Consulate Website
Accepting applicants from:
Colorado
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Wisconsin
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Accepting applicants from:
Alaska
Northern California
Nevada
Oregon
Washington
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Accepting applicants from:
Arizona
Southern California
Hawaii
New Mexico
Pacific Islands
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Accepting applicants from:
Alabama
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Texas
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