Chinese Embassy in Colombo
Embassy 
China Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Address
- Bauddhaloka Mawatha 381A, 00700 Colombo 07
- Website
- lk.china-embassy.gov.cn
Head of mission: Wei Huaxiang
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Foreign ministry of China: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 15 October 2024
China’s embassy to Sri Lanka is in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, at Bauddhaloka Mawatha 381A, 00700 Colombo 07. It is listed as open 7 days a week, 09:00–11:00. Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
Opening hours of the Chinese embassy in Colombo
| Monday | 09:00–11:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–11:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–11:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–11:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–11:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00–11:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00–11:00 |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in China
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New Year's Day
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Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
The Chinese embassy in Colombo is listed as open 7 days a week, 09:00–11:00. It is listed as open at weekends too.
China visa for Sri Lankan citizens
Sri LankaChina Visa required China visa for citizens of Sri Lanka
ChinaSri Lanka Visa on arrival Sri Lanka visa for citizens of China
Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel. Check with the Chinese embassy in Colombo whether visas are handled at its counter or by an appointed visa centre.
Other missions nearby
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High Commission of the United Kingdom in ColomboBauddhaloka Mawatha 389, 00700 Colombo 07
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Embassy of Kuwait in ColomboBauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo
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Embassy of Russia in ColomboBauddhaloka Mawatha 404, Colombo
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Embassy of Indonesia in ColomboSarana Mawatha 400, Colombo
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Embassy of the Netherlands in Colombo25 Torrington Avenue, Colombo
China’s other missions in Sri Lanka
The Chinese embassy in Colombo is the only mission of China in Sri Lanka on record. Sri Lanka in turn has an embassy in Beijing.
Good to know
About the Chinese embassy in Colombo
It appears in official lists as Embassy of China in Colombo. It is headed by Wei Huaxiang, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: Bauddhaloka Mawatha 381A, 00700 Colombo 07. The record for the Chinese embassy in Colombo includes an e-mail address and an official website.
Chinese citizens travelling to Sri Lanka
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Before visiting the Chinese embassy in Colombo
Current procedures for the Chinese embassy in Colombo, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the Chinese embassy in Colombo
The Chinese embassy in Colombo has 14 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Chinese Embassy in Colombo?
The Chinese embassy in Colombo is at Bauddhaloka Mawatha 381A, 00700 Colombo 07.
What are the opening hours of the Chinese Embassy in Colombo?
The Chinese embassy in Colombo is listed as open 7 days a week, 09:00–11:00.
Is the Chinese Embassy in Colombo open on Saturday?
Yes, the hours on record for the Chinese embassy in Colombo include Saturday.
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for China?
Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
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