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China Consulate in Toronto, Canada

Consul General: Mr. Han Tao
Address: 240, St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 2N5 Canada
24-Hour Tel: +1-416-6160807, 5290068 (for emergencies)
Tel: +1-416-9647260, 9649646
Fax: +1-416-3246468
Email: chinaconsul_tor_ca@mfa.gov.cn
Office Hours: 09:00-12:00, 13:30-17:00, Monday-Friday (except holidays)

Consular Office of Chinese Consulate in Toronto

Tel: +1-416-9648861 (24-hour automatic telephone, manual service during 09:00-10:00 and 15:00-17:00)
Fax: +1-416-3249010
Email: torontovisaoffice@gmail.com
Office Hours: 09:00-12:00, Monday-Friday (except holidays)
Consular Districts: Ontario, Manitoba
Notice: In order to insure safety, all visitors to the Consulate in Toronto should show their ID Card.

Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC)

All ordinary passport holders visiting Mainland China are required to submit their applications to the center.

Detailed Information about CVASC:
Address: Suite 1501, University Center, 393 University Avenue, Toronto, Canada M5G 1E6
Business Hours: Monday-Friday
Application Submission: 09-15:00
(Urgent applications must be submitted before 11:30)
Payment and Passport Collection: 09:00-16:00
Tel: 416-345-8472
Fax: 416-345-8473
Email: torontocenter@visaforchina.org

Tips for Applicants

1. The peak of application: Monday, 1-2 working days after every holiday, between 11:00-12:00, 13:30-14:30 in every working day. You'd better avoid the time quantum; otherwise, you will queue up for a long time.

2. The off-peak time: Between 09:00-10:30, 14:30-15:30, from Tuesday to Friday. During this time quantum, applicants are rare and you can save your time.

3. There are many applicants between May-June, September-October every year. In order to save your time, you can apply in advance based on your planned travel.

4. Make a good preparation for required documents for application.

5. Please fill in the application form on the website of CVASC first and print it out, then make an appointment also on the website for the submission.

2023 Public Holidays of the CVASC in Toronto

Festival	Date	Day
New Year's Day	January 2	Monday
Chinese New Year	January 23 - 25	Monday - Wednesday
Family Day	February 20	Monday
Commonwealth Day	March 13	Monday
Qingming Festival	April 5	Wednesday
Good Friday	April 7	Friday
International Worker's Day	May 1	Monday
Victoria Day	May 22	Monday
Dragon Boat Festival	June 23	Friday
Canada Day	July 3	Monday
Civic Day	August 7	Monday
Labor Day	September 4	Monday
Mid-Autumn Festival	September 29	Friday
Chinese National Day	October 2 - 4	Monday - Wednesday
Thanksgiving Day	October 9	Monday
Remembrance Day	November 10	Friday
Christmas Day	December 25 - 26	Monday - Tuesday

- Last updated on Apr. 17, 2023 by Brenda Lian -

Questions & Answers on China Consulate in Toronto

Asked by Y Zhang from CANADA | Jun. 15, 2023 23:24

How to apply for a Chinese tourist visa

I am a Canadian and want to apply for a Chinese tourist visa. I'd like to know if I need a round trip ticket and hotel reservation in order to get a a Chinese tourist visa. Also, how much is the visa application fee and how long will it take to get the visa ready? Thanks.

Answers (1)

Answered by Anna | Jun. 16, 2023 02:34

1. A round trip ticket and hotel reservation are needed. But make sure you have made an appointment to lodge the submission before reserving them.
2. A single-entry costs $162.15.
3. After submitting all the documents, it usually takes 4 working days to process the visa. Generally, it is advised to make the application 1-3 months before the travel.

Asked by Ayub Tabibi from CANADA | Apr. 17, 2023 17:34

Hi do I need an appointment to bring my passport for visa with application.

Answers (1)

Answered by Trace | Apr. 17, 2023 19:51

Yes, appt is required in Canada.

Asked by LEE Hung Fen from CANADA | Apr. 15, 2023 10:30

I have Canada passport and plan to go to HongKong and then to China. What is the procedure?

Just visit.

Answers (1)

Answered by Trace | Apr. 17, 2023 19:50

You don't need a visa to enter HK if staying there for less than 90 days.

To visit mainland China, you need to get the visa in advance. First, fill in the application form here: cova.mfa.gov.cn; you need to choose the right place you are going to lodge the application. Then, make an appointment to submit the form and other requirements. It usually takes 4 working days to get the visa after the successful submission.

Asked by Andrew Shing-ki Chiu from CANADA | Apr. 06, 2023 12:44

How can I renew my Hong Kong SARs passport in Toronto?

Answers (1)

Answered by Mary | Apr. 09, 2023 23:10

You can do it via China embassy or consulate in Canada.