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Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco

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Overview

The Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco covers Northern California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. San Francisco and the Bay Area have deep historical ties to the Chinese community — Chinatown in San Francisco is the oldest in North America. Silicon Valley's technology sector drives extensive China-US business engagement in the consulate's district.

Visa Services

Visa applications are processed through the CVASC. The visa office entrance is on Geary Boulevard.

Consular Services

Passport renewal, document legalisation, notarisation and emergency assistance for Chinese nationals in the Pacific Northwest and Northern California.

Trade & Export Support

Silicon Valley's technology ecosystem drives substantial China-US trade and investment. The consulate supports bilateral engagement in technology, venture capital, education and agriculture across the Pacific Northwest.

Service Area

The consular district covers Northern California, Alaska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.

Appointment Information

Located at 1450 Laguna Street. Visa office entrance on Geary Boulevard.

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