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  Local Time: 27 Apr 2026 05:21:31

Office Timings & Public Holidays

Know when to visit the Afghan Consulate in Beijing and plan your appointments in advance.

Date
Public Holiday
Country
1 January
New Year’s Day
China
Dates vary annually
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
China
February 15
Liberation Day
Afghanistan
Early April (date varies annually)
Qingming Festival
China
April 28
Mujahideen Victory Day
Afghanistan
1 May
Labour Day
Afghanistan/China
Dates vary annually
Dragon Boat Festival
China
Dates vary annually
Mid-Autumn Festival
China
15 August
Victory Day
Afghanistan
19 August
Independence Day
Afghanistan
31 August
Departure Day
Afghanistan
1 October (holiday period may extend)
National Day
China
1–3 Shawwal (subject to official announcement)
Eid al-Fitr
Afghanistan
9 Dhu al-Hijjah
Day of Arafah
Afghanistan
10–12 Dhu al-Hijjah (subject to official announcement)
Eid al-Adha
Afghanistan
10 Muharram
Ashura
Afghanistan
12 Rabi’ al-Awwal
Mawlid (Prophet’s Birthday)
Afghanistan

The Afghan Consulate in Beijing observes both Afghan national holidays and official holidays of China. 


Citizens are advised to check this schedule before planning their visit. Please note that religious holidays may vary depending on official moon-sighting announcements.

Working Days

Monday – Friday

09:00 – 17:00

Closed

Saturday & Sunday

Service Counter Timings

Passport & Visa Section

09:00 – 17:00

Document Attestation

09:00 – 17:00

Emergency Services

24/7 hotline available