National Day Week 2026: Plan Your China Visa Timing

October 4, 2026 · Consulate Notice

China's 2026 National Day holiday runs October 1 (Thu) through October 7 (Wed) — 7 days. If you plan to travel to China during the holiday or fall break, now is the last window to get your visa done.

Consulate document hall hours

Official reminder: avoid peak days

The consulate's service guide notes that the last working day before a long holiday and the first working day after are peak days, with the longest wait times. Go on off-peak days — or use a submission service.

Timing advice

• Start your documents now: forms, photos, invitation letters — submission requires complete materials
• In a hurry? Use expedited service: we submit complete applications to the consulate the same day we receive them
• Don't wait until the last day before the holiday: peak-day lines are long, and any document issue could cost you the trip

Need submission help? Contact us — free doorstep pickup in the LA area, mail-in service for other states, with status updates throughout.