- Phone
- 3711959
- Website
- et.china-embassy.gov.cn
- Head of mission
- Chen Hai
China
Ethiopia
Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia
1 embassy
China is represented in Ethiopia by 1 mission: an embassy in Addis Ababa. Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
Chinese Embassy in Addis Ababa
The Chinese embassy is in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. The head of mission on record is Chen Hai. Its phone number and website are on its page.
China visa for Ethiopian citizens
EthiopiaChina Visa required China visa for citizens of Ethiopia
ChinaEthiopia Visa on arrival Ethiopia visa for citizens of China
China visa requirements for citizens of Ethiopia
- L visa (tourism)
- M visa (commerce and trade) / F visa (exchanges and visits)
- G visa (transit) and visa-free transit
- X1 / X2 visa (study)
- Fee: TRY 1,225
- 12 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
China requires Ethiopian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Applicants in Ethiopia turn to the Chinese embassy in Addis Ababa; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.
Ethiopia’s missions in China
Missions of Ethiopia in China (1)
In return, Ethiopia has an embassy in China, in Beijing.
Good to know
China in Ethiopia
Worldwide, China has 328 missions in 182 countries; one of them is in Ethiopia.
Travel to Ethiopia for Chinese citizens
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, valid for stays of up to 90 days. In Ethiopia, Chinese citizens can turn to the Chinese embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the Chinese embassy in Ethiopia is closed
The Chinese embassy in Ethiopia closes on Ethiopia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027, Epiphany (Orthodox) on Tuesday 19 January 2027 and Adwa Victory Day on Tuesday 2 March 2027, and usually on some holidays of China, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Chinese embassy in Ethiopia?
The Chinese embassy is in Addis Ababa.
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for China?
China requires Ethiopian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Chinese citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Does Ethiopia have an embassy in China?
Yes, Ethiopia has its embassy in Beijing.