Chinese Embassy in Cotonou
Embassy 
China Cotonou, Benin
- Address
- NO.2, ROUTE DE L'AEROPORT, COTONOU, BENIN
- Phone
- 0121301292
0121300765 - Website
- bj.china-embassy.gov.cn
- Fax
- 0121300841
No opening hours on record. Most missions receive visitors by appointment only.
Head of mission: Zhang Wei
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Foreign ministry of China: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 1 July 2024
At NO.2, ROUTE DE L'AEROPORT, COTONOU, BENIN, the Chinese embassy in Cotonou represents China towards Benin. Within 1 km there are 9 other foreign missions.
Opening hours
No opening hours on record. Most missions receive visitors by appointment only.
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Benin
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National Day
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Christmas Day
Public holidays in China
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New Year's Day
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Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
China visa for Beninese citizens
BeninChina Visa required China visa for citizens of Benin
ChinaBenin Visa-free, 30 days Benin visa for citizens of China
China requires Beninese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Check with the Chinese embassy in Cotonou whether visas are handled at its counter or by an appointed visa centre.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Turkey in CotonouBoulevard de la Marina 518, Cotonou
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Embassy of Canada in Cotonou360 Rue, Boulevard de la Marina, DIBOUSSE building, Ground floor, South-East side, Cotonou
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Embassy of the United States in CotonouMarina Avenue 01 BP 2012, Cotonou
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Embassy of Ghana in CotonouLot TF 5657 Les Cocotiers, Cotonou
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Embassy of DR Congo in CotonouAyélawadjè 221, Cotonou
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China’s other missions in Benin
The Chinese embassy in Cotonou is the only mission of China in Benin on record. Benin has no mission in China on record.
Good to know
About the Chinese embassy in Cotonou
It appears in official lists as Embassy of China in Cotonou. The head of mission on record is Zhang Wei.
Address and contact
Address: NO.2, ROUTE DE L'AEROPORT, COTONOU, BENIN. The record for the Chinese embassy in Cotonou includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
Chinese citizens travelling to Benin
No visa is needed by Chinese citizens for Benin, for stays of up to 30 days.
When the Chinese embassy in Cotonou is closed
Expect the Chinese embassy in Cotonou to be shut on National Day on Monday 30 November 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and often on New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, a holiday in China.
Before visiting the Chinese embassy in Cotonou
Current procedures for the Chinese embassy in Cotonou, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the Chinese embassy in Cotonou
The Chinese embassy in Cotonou has 9 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Chinese Embassy in Cotonou?
The Chinese embassy in Cotonou is at NO.2, ROUTE DE L'AEROPORT, COTONOU, BENIN.
When is the Chinese Embassy in Cotonou closed?
The Chinese embassy in Cotonou closes on Benin’s public holidays, the next being National Day on Monday 30 November 2026, and usually on the national day of China.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for China?
China requires Beninese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
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