Benin eVisa
بنين · Porto-Novo · Africa
eVisa
Level 2
Benin offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 51 countries to apply online. The fee is $55 USD with processing completed within 2-2 days. The visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
$55
Fee (USD)
2 business days
Processing
30d
Validity
30d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Return or onward travel ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Sufficient funds for stay
Completed online application form
Credit/debit card for payment
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
Key details
| Entry type | Single |
| Multiple entry | Multiple 30-day = EUR 75 (~$82) |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 1 required |
| Biometric | Required |
| Print eVisa | Not required |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Yellow fever | Required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Dry harmattan season. Lower humidity, cooler temps. Avoid Apr-Jul (rainy).
Country information
🏛
Porto-Novo
Capital
💱
XOF
Currency
📞
+229
Calling
🕐
+01:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
French
Language
Payment methods
visamastercardmobile_money
Neighboring countries
TogoNigeriaBurkina FasoNiger
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.bj) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Benin eVisa cost? +
The Benin eVisa costs $55 USD. Multiple entry is $75.
How long does Benin eVisa processing take? +
Processing takes 2 business days.
What documents do I need for a Benin eVisa? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment. Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic country).
How long is the Benin eVisa valid? +
The visa is valid for 30 days from entry date. Maximum stay is 30 days.
Can I get multiple entries for Benin? +
Multiple 30-day = EUR 75 (~$82)
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Always verify on official portals before applying.