Switzerland - Consulate of China in Zurich

You are a Swiss citizen or you are from China and are looking for information on the consulate of China in Zurich situated in Switzerland. A consulate in Zurich could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of China. It all depends on the importance of Zurich and Switzerland in the relationships with the government of China.

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Chinese Consulate General in Zurich, Switzerland Bellariastrasse 20 8002 Zurich Switzerland

Tel: (+41) 44 201 10 05

Fax: (+41) 44 201 77 12

Email: chinaconsul_zu_ch@mfa.gov.cn

Website: www.zurich.china-consulate.org

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The difference between consulates found in Zurich are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of China in Switzerland besides Zurich

Chinese Consulate General in Zurich, Switzerland Bellariastrasse 20 8002 Zurich Switzerland
Email: chinaconsul_zu_ch@mfa.gov.cn - Tel: (+41) 44 201 10 05 - Website: www.zurich.china-consulate.org

Or the embassy of China in Switzerland

Chinese Embassy in Bern, Switzerland Kalcheggweg 10 3006 Bern Switzerland
Email: china-embassy@bluewin.ch - Tel: (+41) 31 352 73 33 (+41) 31 351 63 37 - Website: www.china-embassy.ch

Consulate Appointment in Zurich

Most consulates in Zurich need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of China in Zurich first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Zurich do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Switzerland or China.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Zurich please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.