eVisa Benin

e-Visa Benin – Basic information

Benin e-Visa allows travelers to enter Benin and stay there for a short time period. The system of electronic visas was introduced by the government in 2018, and now it is possible to apply online for a visa. You can save time as you no longer need to visit Benin Embassy if you are on the eligible countries list for a Benin online visa.

In order to apply, you need to have a valid passport and follow some simple steps. In this article, you will learn how to participate in this process.

We distinguish a few different types of Benin e-Visa. You can choose between single-entry or multiple-entry visas valid for 30 or 90 days.

Besides, entering Benin is possible for tourism or business purposes. When the visa for Benin is approved, you will receive it via the email address in PDF form. To cross the Benin border, you need to acquire a Benin e-Visa if you are not a resident of an African country.

Who needs an e-Visa Benin?

All travelers (besides African citizens) need to apply for a Benin e-Visa if they want to visit the country. They can choose from single-entry or multiple-entry visas valid for 30 or 90 days. The process is very simple and quick, so it won’t take a lot of time, as well as it will not cause any problems.

List of eligible countries

Almost all citizens from around the world must submit for an electronic visa in order to visit Benin. Only the 53 African countries are exceptions to this. These nations don’t need a visa to enter Benin.

eVisa for Benin is available to the citizens of following countries:

• Afghanistan
• Albania
• American Samoa
• Andorra
• Anguilla
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Argentina
• Armenia
• Aruba
• Australia
• Austria
• Azerbaijan
• Azores
• Bahamas
• Bahrain
• Bangladesh
• Barbados
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Belize
• Bermuda
• Bhutan
• Bolivia
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Brazil
• British Virgin Islands
• Brunei
• Bulgaria
• Canada
• Cayman Islands
• Channel Islands
• Chile
• China
• Colombia
• Cook Islands
• Costa Rica
• Croatia
• Cuba
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Dominica
• Dominican Republic
• East Timor
• Ecuador
• El Salvador
• Estonia
• Falkland Islands
• Federated States of Micronesia
• Fiji
• Finland
• France
• French Guiana
• French Polynesia
• French Southern and Antarctic Lands
• Georgia
• Germany
• Gibraltar
• Greece
• Grenada
• Groenlandia
• Guadeloupe
• Guam
• Guatemala
• Guyana
• Haiti
• Holy See
• Honduras
• Hong Kong SAR
• Hungary
• Iceland
• India
• Indonesia
• Iran
• Iraq
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Ivory Coast
• Jamaica
• Japan
• Jordan
• Kazakhstan
• Kiribati
• Kosovo
• Kuwait
• Kyrgyzstan
• Laos
• Latvia
• Lebanon
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Macau
• Macedonia
• Madeira
• Malaysia
• Maldives
• Malta
• Marshall Islands
• Martinique
• Mexico
• Moldova
• Monaco
• Mongolia
• Montenegro
• Montserrat
• Myanmar (Burma)
• Nauru
• Nepal
• Netherlands
• Nevis
• New Caledonia
• New Zealand
• Nicaragua
• North Korea
• Northern Mariana Islands
• Norway
• Oman
• Pakistan
• Palau
• Palestine
• Panama
• Papua New Guinea
• Paraguay
• Peru
• Philippines
• Poland
• Portugal
• Puerto Rico
• Qatar
• Réunion
• Romania
• Rusia
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Martin
• Saint Pierre and Miquelon
• Samoa
• San Marino
• Saudi Arabia
• Serbia
• Singapore
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Solomons
• Somali Republic
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sri Lanka
• St. Vincent and the Grenadines
• Suriname
• Swaziland
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Syria
• Taiwan
• Tajikistan
• Thailand
• Togolese Republic
• Trinidad & Tobago
• Turkey
• Turkmenistan
• Turks And Caicos Islands
• Tuvalu
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Uruguay
• US Virgin Islands
• Uzbekistan
• Venezuela
• Vietnam
• Wallis and Futuna Is.
• Yemen

Benin eVisa types

We have several types of Benin e-Visa according to their purpose and validity. When it comes to the purposes, we distinguish between business and tourist visas for Benin. In the case of validity, there are single-entry and multiple-entry visas. In each case, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months if you want to obtain a visa for Benin.

What is more, remember that processing time may take up to a few days, so prepare earlier and keep in mind the arrival/departure date.

For more information regarding types of visas, processing time, or applying online, contact our support team.

Tourist visa

A Benin tourist e-Visa, as the name suggests, is used for tourism, sightseeing, vacation, or visiting family or friends. It is a very popular visa for Benin.

Business visa

This visa type can be used when you need to visit Benin for business reasons like conferences, meetings, market investigations, investments, etc. In the case of a visa, you must have proof of the business dealings, like an invitation letter.

Single-entry visa for Benin

Single-entry online visa is valid for 30 days. It enables you to stay in Benin for 30 days, but you need to consider that you cannot leave and re-enter the country as it is a single-entry visa.

Multiple-entry visa for Benin

Multiple-entry visa for Benin is for travelers who would like to exit the country during visa validity and then come back again. There are two types of multiple-entry visas: for 30 days or 90 days. The validity period equals the permitted stay.

e-Visa Benin application form

Benin visa application won’t take a lot of time. A valid passport is among the required documents when you want to obtain a visa for Benin. Then, you need to provide personal and travel details in the online application form.

How to do it? First, visit our website on your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or computer. Secondly, click on the ‘Apply online’ button on the left side and:

• Submit the necessary information in the form, such as original passport details (passport number, nationality, and so on).
• Then, pay the required fee. Choose the online payment that is the best for you (like PayPal, Credit/Debit card).
• Finally, wait for the processing and receive an approved e-Visa to Benin that will be emailed in PDF form that you should print as the immigration officer on the border may ask for it.

The whole process is straightforward and quick. It will take you around 15 minutes. Trust our team and enjoy a happy trip.

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e-Visa Benin validity

An online visa could be valid for 30 days or 90 days. The date is specified by the applicant during the process. At least a 6-month valid passport is required document to apply.

Transit information

You must have an electronic visa if you want to transit to Benin by air. Also, apply online earlier to complete all the formalities on time. Crossing the border by sea or land is possible with the 48-hour transit e-Visa for Benin.

Important information

• Benin electronic visa is the best choice for those who value time and nerves. It is very simple, intuitive, and unproblematic to obtain it.
• Benin e-Visa has been available for people from around the world since 2018.
• To complete the application process, one needs to send a Benin visa application form and have a valid passport (at least 6 months). Then, wait for the processing, receive your Benin e-Visa in PDF format via email, and print it.
• You can choose from multiple or single-entry visa types, as well as tourist visas or business ones.
• The Benin electronic visa can be valid for 30 or 90 days, and you can spend in Benin accordingly 1 or 3 months with them.
• In case of transit in Benin, you also need a visa.