Travelling to Benin

What Benin asks of visitors, what it costs, and how long it takes.

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Visas and permits for Benin

1 on file. Open one for the documents, fees and processing time.

Visa on Arrival
Short-stay visa on arrival for 8 days.
50 USD
Visa at the border

Good to know

Practical facts worth having before you land.

Capital
Porto-Novo
Currency
XOF
Official language
French
Dialling code
+229
Time zone
UTC+1
Emergency number
112
Region
Africa

Visa rules change without notice. Confirm with Benin's embassy or official visa portal before you book. EzVisa is information, not legal advice.