This page gathers the emergency numbers, Chinese diplomatic contacts and Nigerian government websites you are most likely to need. In an emergency, call 112 (the national emergency number; 767 also works in Lagos), then contact the Chinese Embassy in Abuja or the Consulate-General in Lagos. Every number is sourced, so save them in your phone now.
Numbers to save
Key points
- National emergency number: 112. Lagos emergency command centre: 767.
- Chinese Embassy helpline: +234 806 337 8795. Consulate-General in Lagos: +234 916 279 1792.
- MFA Global Consular Protection and Service hotline (24h): +86-10-12308 / +86-10-65612308.
- For visas, residence, company registration and tax, the official Nigerian government websites are the final word.
Emergency numbers
| Purpose | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National emergency (incl. ambulance) | 112 | Confirmed by NEMSAS as the emergency medical line |
| Lagos State command and control centre | 767 / 112 | Fire, ambulance, emergency management |
| Emergency help line | 199 | Listed in the MOFCOM country guide |
MOFCOM’s 2025 guide also lists several police mobile numbers for Abuja and Lagos. We can’t confirm they still work, so we don’t reproduce them.
To reach the police, call 112 first or contact your company’s security lead. See our Nigeria security guide for practical precautions.
Chinese diplomatic missions
Embassy of China in Nigeria (Abuja)
- Address: Plot 302-303 Diplomatic Drive, Central Area, Abuja (per MOFCOM 2025 guide)
- Consular protection helpline: +234 806 337 8795
- Email: abuja@csm.mfa.gov.cn
- Website: ng.china-embassy.gov.cn
- Covers the FCT and 16 states: Kwara, Oyo, Niger, Kaduna, Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Borno, Yobe, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi
Consulate-General of China in Lagos
- Address: Plot 161A Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
- Consular protection helpline: +234 916 279 1792
- Email: lagos@csm.mfa.gov.cn
- Website: lagos.china-consulate.gov.cn
- Covers 20 states: Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Kogi, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Anambra, Imo, Rivers, Enugu, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Nasarawa, Benue, Ebonyi, Cross River, Taraba
Other Chinese contacts
- MFA Global Consular Protection and Service hotline (24h): +86-10-12308 / +86-10-65612308
- China Consular Service website: cs.mfa.gov.cn (online passport and travel document services)
- Lagos Consulate commercial office: Plot 27 Block 18 Babatunde Anjous St, Lekki Phase 1 (per MOFCOM guide)
- China Visa Application Service Center, Abuja (visas to China for non-Chinese nationals): Murjanatu House, 1 Zambezi Crescent, Maitama
For chambers of commerce and community groups, see our Chinese community in Nigeria page.
Nigerian government websites
| Task | Agency | Website |
|---|---|---|
| e-Visa | Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) | evisa.immigration.gov.ng |
| Landing and exit cards (within 72h of travel) | NIS | lecard.immigration.gov.ng |
| CERPAC residence, expatriate quota | NIS / Ministry of Interior | immigration.gov.ng |
| Company registration | Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) | cac.gov.ng |
| Investment registration, Pioneer Status | Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) | nipc.gov.ng |
| Free zones | Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) | nepza.gov.ng |
| Tax | Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS, formerly FIRS) | nrs.gov.ng |
| Exchange rates and FX policy | Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) | cbn.gov.ng |
| National Identification Number (NIN) | National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) | nimc.gov.ng |
| SIM registration | Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) | ncc.gov.ng |
| Driving licences and road safety | Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) | frsc.gov.ng |
| Rail tickets | Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) | nrc-fane.ng |
| Lagos gambling regulator | Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LSLGA) | lslga.org |
For step-by-step help, see our guides to the e-Visa, STR visa and CERPAC, company registration and the Nigeria Tax Act 2026.
Health and responsible gambling
- Malaria and vaccinations: a yellow fever certificate is required to enter and leave Nigeria. See our malaria and vaccinations guide.
- Gambling help: the Lagos regulator’s SafePlay self-exclusion portal covers all Lagos-licensed platforms. Find more support on our responsible gambling page.
Sources
- Chinese Consulate-General in Lagos notice with mission helplines (27 Dec 2025)
- Consular districts of the Embassy and Lagos Consulate
- MFA: Consulate-General in Lagos address
- Xinhua: MFA global consular hotline
- MOFCOM country guide: Nigeria (2025 edition)
- VON: 112 emergency medical line
- Lagos State: 767 and 112
- China Visa Application Service Center, Abuja
- iGaming Business: SafePlay launch
FAQ
What number do I call in an emergency in Nigeria?
Call 112, the national emergency number; in Lagos you can also call 767.
What is the Chinese Embassy's consular helpline in Nigeria?
+234 806 337 8795, email abuja@csm.mfa.gov.cn.
Should I contact the Embassy or the Lagos Consulate?
It depends on your state: the Embassy covers Abuja and 16 northern states; the Lagos Consulate covers 20 southern states including Lagos and Rivers.
What is the MFA global consular hotline?
+86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308, available 24 hours.
Facts checked: 2026-10-22 · Niriliya Huaren Editorial Team · How we check facts