For Chinese citizens in this part of France, the Consulate General of China in Marseille is the first address for passports and civil status matters.
Contact Details
| Address | 20, boulevard Carmagnole, 13008 Marseille, France |
| Telephone | +33 4 91 32 00 00 |
| chinaconsul_mar_fr@mfa.gov.cn | |
| Website | marseille.china-consulate.org/fra |
Opening Hours
No regular opening hours are published. Contact the consulate by phone or e-mail to arrange a visit.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
Address for visitors: 20, boulevard Carmagnole, 13008 Marseille.
- Opening hours: not published by the French Foreign Ministry – 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 Marseille serve?
The consulate general provides consular services for Chinese citizens living in Marseille and the surrounding regions of France. China also has consular offices in Lyon, Paris, Punaauia, Saint-Denis and Strasbourg. The office is located in the Bouches-du-Rhône département, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. If you need a passport or visa, the Chinese consulate general in Lyon (282 km) is the closest career post. The embassy in Paris is roughly 664 km away.
Consular services
The office deals with matters such as:
- Chinese passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification of documents and signatures
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Chinese authorities ask for:
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.
Visa and entry information for French citizens
French citizens do not need a visa for short stays in China (up to 30 days). A valid passport is required. French travel advice calls for increased vigilance throughout China. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Expect closures on French public holidays as well as on the Chinese national holiday (1 October). Religious holidays observed in China may lead to further closures.
Emergency assistance
Chinese nationals in urgent need of help can call +33 4 91 32 00 00. Typical emergencies are a lost passport before a flight, a hospital stay or an arrest; costs remain with the person concerned.
Chinese missions in France
China in France
- Paris – Embassy of China
- Lyon – Consulate General
- Marseille – Consulate General (this page)
- Saint-Denis – Consulate General
- Strasbourg – Consulate General
- Paris – Consulate
- Punaauia – Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Consulate General of China in Marseille
What is the address of the Chinese consulate general in Marseille?
At 20, boulevard Carmagnole, 13008 Marseille.
What is the phone number of the Chinese consulate general in Marseille?
+33 4 91 32 00 00.
Do French citizens need a visa for China?
No, for stays of up to 30 days.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice, marseille.china-consulate.org/fra. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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