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Benin e-visa

An e-Visa is a visa you apply for online before arrival. There are 30-day single-entry and multiple-entry options, plus a 90-day multiple-entry option.

Ways to get a Benin e-visa

  1. 30-day single-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of countries that require a visa can apply.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    EUR 50.
    Processing
    Up to 96 hours.
    1. Choose the 30-day single-entry online visa.
    2. Apply online before arrival. Applying at least 7 days before entry is recommended.
  2. 30-day multiple-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of countries that require a visa can apply.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    EUR 75.
    Processing
    Up to 96 hours.
    1. Choose the 30-day multiple-entry online visa.
    2. Apply online before arrival. Applying at least 7 days before entry is recommended.
  3. 90-day multiple-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of countries that require a visa can apply.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    EUR 100.
    Processing
    Up to 96 hours.
    1. Choose the 90-day multiple-entry online visa.
    2. Apply online before arrival. Applying at least 7 days before entry is recommended.

Who needs it

Citizens of countries that require a visa can use the online visa programme.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa for their permitted visit.

How to apply

  1. Choose a 30-day or 90-day online visa and the available entry option.
  2. Apply online before arrival. Applying at least 7 days before entry is recommended.

Good to know

  • Keep within the stay length and number of entries allowed by your visa.
  • Application document requirements and visa validity periods are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Benin?

Citizens of countries that require a visa can use the online visa programme. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa for their permitted visit.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Benin?

There are 3 options: 30-day single-entry e-Visa (an online visa); 30-day multiple-entry e-Visa (an online visa); 90-day multiple-entry e-Visa (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Benin?

Yes: 30-day single-entry e-Visa, 30-day multiple-entry e-Visa and 90-day multiple-entry e-Visa. Citizens of countries that require a visa can apply.

How long can I stay on a Benin e-visa?

Up to 30 or 90 days, depending on the option.

How much does a Benin e-visa cost?

EUR 50 for 30 days with one entry; EUR 75 for 30 days with multiple entries; EUR 100 for 90 days with multiple entries.

How long does a Benin e-visa take?

Up to 96 hours.

How do I apply for a Benin e-visa?

1. 1. Choose a 30-day or 90-day online visa and the available entry option. 2. 2. Apply online before arrival. Applying at least 7 days before entry is recommended.

What rules do I have to follow on a Benin e-visa?

Keep within the stay length and number of entries allowed by your visa.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Benin?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Benin visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Benin be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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