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Beninese Benin e-Visa (Tourist / Visit)

Benin's official electronic entry permit for tourism, family visits and short business trips, applied for online before you travel.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Benin government website before you apply.
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Official name
e-Visa (visa électronique)
Route type
Short-stay visitor / tourist visa
Stay / validity
30 or 90 days
Entries
Single or multiple, depending on option chosen
Cost (self-application)
30-day single €50; 30-day multiple €75; 90-day multiple €100
Official evisa.bj fee schedule; higher rates apply when applying via an embassy (€60 / €85 / €110)
Processing time
Around 24 to 48 hours / 1–2 business days
Indicative timeframe cited by the official portal

Who it is for

  • Tourists and holidaymakers visiting Benin
  • People visiting family or friends
  • Short business or exploratory visits that do not involve paid local employment
  • Nationals of countries that are not visa-exempt for Benin

Requirements

  • Passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry
  • Recent passport-style photograph and a scan of the passport bio page
  • Completed online application on evisa.bj
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination (required at the border)
  • Payment of the applicable e-Visa fee

What you can do

  • Enter Benin for tourism, visits and permitted short-stay activities
  • Stay for the period granted (up to 30 or 90 days)
  • Re-enter during validity if you hold a multiple-entry e-Visa

How to apply

  • Go to the official portal evisa.bj and start an application
  • Complete the form and upload your passport and photo
  • Select 30-day or 90-day and single- or multiple-entry
  • Pay the fee online
  • Receive the e-Visa by email and print/save it to show on arrival

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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