Benin to Benin: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇧🇯 Benin 🇧🇯 Benin
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Benin citizens must obtain a visa before entering Benin. Apply in advance at the Benin embassy or consulate in Benin. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Benin embassy application. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~40, NYC=100).

Benin Passport Strength

34 Visa-free
24 Visa on arrival
46 e-Visa
95 Visa required

Entry Details — Benin

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Benin
40.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Benin
35%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,000/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Africa Destinations — Benin Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Benin and Benin have a broadly similar cost of living (index 40 vs 40, NYC=100).
Benin cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Benin — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Benin citizens need a visa to visit Benin?+

Benin passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Benin. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Benin passport holders stay in Benin?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Benin embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Benin?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Benin?+

The cost of living index for Benin is 40.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Benin.

What documents are required for Benin citizens to enter Benin?+

A valid Benin passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.