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Consulate General of China in Lyon, France

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Consulate General of China in Lyon, France, located at 69, rue Duquesne. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    69, rue Duquesne
    69006 Lyon
    France

  • Telephone

    +33 4 3724 8305

  • Fax

    +33 4 3724 0099

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:30 AMโ€“12:00 PM
    (๐ŸŸข Open now)
    Thursday Closed
    Friday Closed
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:30 AMโ€“12:00 PM
    Tuesday Closed

    Status Update: Closes at 12:00 PM

    ๐Ÿ•’ Current time in Lyon: 10:17 AM, Wednesday July 16, 2025

Location Map

Located at 69, rue Duquesne, the consulate is near key landmarks like Parc de la Tête d'Or and Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of China in Lyon, France

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • National Day of China: October 01 to October 06 Flag of China
  • Mid-Autumn Festival: October 06 Flag of China
  • All Saints' Day: November 01 Flag of France
  • Armistice Day: November 11 Flag of France

Visa Requirements

If you hold a French passport, you do not need a visa to enter China.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to China without a visa. The most common types of China visas are the following.

  • Crew visa (C)
  • Permanent residence visa (D)
  • Visit Visa (F)
  • Transit visa (G)
  • Long-term journalist visa (J1)
  • Short-term journalist visa (J2)
  • Tourist visa (L)
  • Business visa (M)
  • Family reunion visa (Q1)
  • Family visit visa (Q2)
  • Talent visa (R)
  • Long-term private visit visa (S1)
  • Short-term private visit visa (S2)
  • Long-term study visa (X1)
  • Short-term study visa (X2)
  • Working visa (Z)

Head of Mission

LU Qingjiang, Consul General

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Visa Services

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Passport Services

Chinese embassies and consulates process passport applications and renewals for Chinese citizens and also provide assistance in case of lost or stolen passports.

Consular Assistance

Chinese diplomatic missions offer consular assistance and protection to Chinese citizens who are traveling or residing abroad. This includes assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, natural disasters, or cases involving Chinese citizens in legal trouble.

Holidays in China

Planning your travels and want to stay updated on holidays in China? Here's a handy, organized list https://mostholidays.com

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in France

Besides Consulate General of China in Lyon, France, China also has 3 representations in the following cities of France:


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See also

France in China

France has 6 representations in the following cities:

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