Consulate General of Pakistan, Guangzhou

Introduction

The Consulate General of Pakistan, Guangzhou was established in 2008. The Consulate’s jurisdiction extends to the provinces of Guangdong, Fujian, Hunan, Hainan, and the Autonomous Region of Guangxi Zhuang. The Consulate plays a vital role in fostering diplomatic, economic, cultural, and people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Southern China.

The Consulate General is strategically located in Guangzhou - the capital city of Guangdong Province – boasting considerable economic and geopolitical significance. Guangdong’s proximity to Hong Kong, as part of the Greater Bay Area, positions it as a major hub for economic activity and innovation. The province is home to key Special Economic Zones such as Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and Shantou, and hosts the Canton Fair, one of the largest and oldest trade fairs in China. Additionally, Guangdong’s pivotal ports, including Shenzhen Port and Guangzhou Port, are critical players in international trade. These factors create a dynamic environment conducive to foreign trade, investment, and business development. The Consulate’s presence in this key location facilitates fostering stronger trade and economic ties with China.

Economic Significance of the Regions under Mission’s Consular Jurisdiction

The Mission’s consular jurisdiction covers economically significant regions, contributing substantially to China’s GDP:

Ø Guangdong: 14.16 trillion CNY (1.95 trillion USD), ranking 1st nationwide

Ø Fujian: 5.78 trillion CNY (797.12 billion USD), ranking 8th out of 31 nationwide

Ø Hunan: 5.32 trillion CNY (733.68 billion USD), ranking 10th out of 31 nationwide

Ø Guangxi: 2.86 trillion CNY (394.42 billion USD), ranking 19th out of 31 nationwide

Ø Hainan: 793.57 billion CNY (109.44 billion USD), ranking 28th out of 31 nationwide

The total GDP of the Mission’s jurisdiction is around 4 trillion USD.

Services Provided by the Consulate General

Consular Services

The Consulate General provides a range of consular services to Pakistani citizens residing within its jurisdiction and assists Chinese nationals with documentation for travel, business, family visits, and other purposes in Pakistan.

Assistance to Pakistani Prisoners or Detainees

Ø The Mission provides necessary consular facilitation to all Pakistani prisoners/detainees under its jurisdiction. This includes arranging communication with family, extending financial assistance, coordinating medical care with host authorities, facilitating family visits when requested, relaying family messages, arranging local legal representation upon the family’s request, coordinating with local authorities for the early conclusion of court cases, and ensuring prompt deportation to Pakistan after arranging flight arrangements.

Attestation/Legalization of Documents

Ø Educational (certificates, matriculation, intermediate and university degrees)

Ø Police Character Certificate

Ø Non-Marriage Certificate, Single Certificate/Unmarried Certificate

Ø Authority Letter

Ø Power of Attorney

Ø Issuance of S-I Form (for NADRA)

Ø Issuance of Emergency Travel Document (ETD) for returning to Pakistan

Consular Services Data (Last 12 Months)

Ø Attestations Issued: 530

Ø Citizen Services Provided: 296 (e.g., birth registrations, assistance, travel documents, renunciation cases)

Ø Visas Issued: 2,887

Ø Repatriation of Deceased Bodies: 6

Student Guidance & Educational Collaboration

The Mission is committed to supporting Pakistani students in Southern China through the following initiatives:

Ø Identifying educational opportunities and scholarship programs for Pakistani students to pursue studies in Southern China.

Ø Engaging with the leadership of prestigious Chinese universities to propose the establishment of MoUs with top Pakistani universities for academic exchanges.

Ø Organizing educational symposiums to provide guidance to prospective Pakistani students on available scholarships and academic opportunities in Southern China.

Ø Sponsoring Pakistani students enrolled in Chinese universities by setting up booths at universities’ cultural events to promote Pakistan’s rich heritage.

Consular Services for Chinese Nationals

The Consulate offers a range of support services to Chinese nationals, including:

Ø Assistance and consultation for visa applications.

Ø Attestation of Chinese documents for use in Pakistan, such as business registration papers.

Ø Guidance on Pakistan’s investment policies and business environment.

Ø Facilitating connections between Chinese businesses and relevant Pakistani enterprises, associations, chambers of commerce, and government departments.

Trade Promotion & Economic Cooperation

The Consulate stays committed to facilitating Pakistan-China trade and investment relations through:

Ø Organizing delegations to participate in exhibitions in Pakistan and South China.

Ø Collecting and disseminating market intelligence on product demand in South China.

Ø Maintaining and sharing of Chinese importers’ catalogues with Pakistani exporters.

Ø Hosting webinars and B2B meetings to connect stakeholders from both countries.

Ø Facilitating incoming and outgoing trade delegations to foster business networking opportunities.

For further information, please access parepguangzhou@mofa.gov.pk