- Address
- Dongzhimenwai Dajie 21, 100600 Beijing
- Website
- china.embassy.gov.au
Australia
China
Australian Embassy & Consulates in China
- 1 embassy
- 2 consulates general
In China, Australia has an embassy in Beijing and 2 consulates general in Shanghai and Guangzhou. Australia requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Map: Australia’s 3 missions in China
Map: Australia’s 3 missions in China
Australian Embassy in Beijing
Australia has its embassy in Beijing, the capital; the address on record is Dongzhimenwai Dajie 21, 100600 Beijing. Its website is linked on its page.
Australian consulates in China
Australia also has 2 consulates general in Shanghai and Guangzhou; its work is consular: passports and documents for its own citizens and, often, visas for visitors.
Australia visa for Chinese citizens
ChinaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of China
AustraliaChina Visa-free, 30 days China visa for citizens of Australia
Australia visa requirements for citizens of China
- Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Tourist stream, applying outside Australia
- Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Business Visitor stream
- Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651)
- Transit visa (subclass 771)
- Fee: A$250
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Australia requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa. The application is made online on the official portal of Australia, not at the Australian embassy.
China’s missions in Australia
Missions of China in Australia (8)
In return, China has 8 missions in Australia, including its embassy in Canberra.
Good to know
Australia in China
Worldwide, Australia has 127 missions in 90 countries; 3 of them are in China.
Travel to China for Australian citizens
No visa is needed by Australian citizens for China, for stays of up to 30 days. In China, Australian citizens can turn to the Australian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Australian missions in China are closed
Australian missions in China close on China’s public holidays, the next being New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) on Saturday 6 February 2027 and Labour Day on Saturday 1 May 2027, and usually on some holidays of Australia, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Australian embassy in China?
The Australian embassy is in Beijing, at Dongzhimenwai Dajie 21, 100600 Beijing.
Does Australia have consulates in China?
Yes, Australia has 2 consulates general in Shanghai and Guangzhou.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Australia?
Australia requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Do Australian citizens need a visa for China?
Australian citizens can visit China without a visa for up to 30 days.
Does China have an embassy in Australia?
Yes, China has its embassy in Canberra, along with 7 other missions in Australia.