The Consulate General of China in Florence is an official consular post of China in Italy, serving Chinese citizens in its consular district.
Contact Details
| Address | Via dei Della Robbia, 89, 50132 Firenze, Italy |
| Head of Mission | Qi Yin, Consul General |
| Consular district | Tuscany, Liguria, Umbria, Marche |
Opening Hours
For current opening hours, see the consulate’s website or phone ahead.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
The consulate general is at Via dei Della Robbia, 89, 50132 Firenze.
- Opening hours: not published in the Italian consular list – check the consulate’s website or call before you go.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
Who does the Chinese consulate general in Florence serve?
China runs this consulate general for its citizens in this part of Italy. According to the Italian consular list, Qi Yin heads the office as consul general; Italy granted the exequatur in November 2024. The Italian list names 5 consular officials for this post. China runs 2 career consular posts in Italy in total. According to the Italian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers Tuscany, Liguria, Umbria, Marche. Florence lies in the region of Tuscany. The street address is in Firenze. The embassy in Rome is roughly 230 km away.
Consular services
Typical services include:
- Chinese passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification of documents and signatures
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for China
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Chinese sources:
Renewing a Chinese passport abroad
- Apply online through the “China Consular” (中国领事) app, then follow the instructions for mailing or for an in-person visit to give fingerprints
- Apply to the Chinese embassy or consulate responsible for your place of residence, from within that country
- Scan of your passport’s personal data page (and of any endorsement pages)
- A recent front-facing photo with white background, taken within the last six months
- Proof of residence in the consular district may be requested (e.g. driving licence, utility or bank statement)
- Minors under 16: the guardian’s passport and proof of guardianship
Sources: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China – passport and travel document applications (official instructions) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the consulate before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Book an appointment where possible – walk-in capacity is limited.
Closing days
Like most offices in Italy, the consulate general closes on public holidays; Chinese celebrations on 1 October (national day) usually mean a closure too. The city’s patron saint’s day (Saint John the Baptist, 24 June) is a local holiday. Many offices work reduced hours in August – call ahead in summer.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Chinese citizens should contact the consulate general or the embassy. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform relatives; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In Italy, the general emergency number is 112.
Embassy and consulates of China in Italy
China in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of China
- Florence – Consulate General (this page)
- Milan – Consulate General
Questions and answers – China in Florence
Where is the Chinese consulate general in Florence?
At Via dei Della Robbia, 89, 50132 Firenze.
Is the Florence consulate general responsible for me?
Its consular district is Tuscany, Liguria, Umbria, Marche, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry.
Who heads the Chinese consulate general in Florence?
Qi Yin, Consul General, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for China. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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