Overview
The French Consulate General in Guangzhou (known as Canton in French) covers southern China — Guangdong, Fujian, Guangxi, Hainan, Guizhou and Yunnan. The Pearl River Delta is one of the world's largest manufacturing clusters and a growing consumer market for French luxury goods, wine, cosmetics and food products. The Canton Fair draws French exhibitors biannually. The consulate is located in the Central Tower in Tianhe District.
Visa Services
Schengen and national visa applications are processed through TLScontact. France is a top destination for Chinese travellers from southern China.
Consular Services
Passport services, civil registration, notarial acts, document legalisation and emergency assistance for French nationals in southern China.
Trade & Export Support
French companies are active across southern China — luxury goods (LVMH, Kering), automotive (PSA/Stellantis, Renault), food and beverage (Danone, Pernod Ricard), energy (EDF, TotalEnergies) and retail (Carrefour historically, Decathlon). The Canton Fair is an important trade venue. Business France supports French exporters in the region.
Service Area
The consular district covers Guangdong, Fujian, Guangxi, Hainan, Guizhou and Yunnan.
Appointment Information
All services by appointment. Located in Central Tower (Kaihua International Center), 19F, Tianhe District.