Overview
The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Wellington manages bilateral relations with New Zealand and is also accredited to the Cook Islands and Niue. China is New Zealand's largest trading partner. New Zealand exports dairy products, meat, seafood, wool, forestry products and wine to China. The Chinese community in New Zealand is one of the largest ethnic communities in the country, with deep roots in Auckland and Wellington. The embassy coordinates a consulate general in Auckland.
Visa Services
The consular section processes visa applications. Consular section address: 14 Hill Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011. Phone: +64 4 473 3514.
Consular Services
Passport renewal, document legalisation, notarisation and emergency assistance for Chinese nationals in the Wellington consular district. Consular protection: +64 4 499 5022.
Trade & Export Support
New Zealand exports dairy products (Fonterra is a major supplier to China), meat, seafood, wool, timber, wine and kiwifruit to China. The NZ-China Free Trade Agreement (2008, upgraded 2022) provides preferential access. Chinese investment in New Zealand dairy, forestry and real estate is substantial.
Service Area
The embassy covers the Wellington region and South Island. The consulate in Auckland covers the North Island.
Appointment Information
Embassy: 2-6 Glenmore Street, Kelburn. Consular section: 14 Hill Street, Thorndon. Consular phone: +64 4 473 3514. Protection: +64 4 499 5022.