The Tourist eVisa visa
Up to 30 daysThe standard short-stay eVisa for holidays in Benin — from the stilt village of Ganvié to Pendjari safaris — approved online before you fly.
About the Tourist eVisa visa
The tourist eVisa is the route most visitors use for Benin’s history, culture and wildlife. It is applied for online before departure.
How Benin eVisa Process Works
- 1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.
- 2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.
- Live3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.
- 4
Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Benin Immigration.
- 5
Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.
Who is eligible
- Required for most nationalities via the official portal.
- A passport valid for at least six months from arrival.
Documents required for a Benin visa
Prepare the following documents and information to complete your application smoothly.
Passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
01Valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
A recent passport-style photograph.
02White background, face centred, no glasses.
Proof of accommodation or an invitation letter.
03Hotel booking or address of your stay.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate.
04Clear, colour scan or photo.
Safe. Fast. 100% online. Your information is encrypted and protected. No physical documents or embassy visits required.
Processing time
Benin eVisas are usually processed within about four working days through the official portal, evisa.bj.
Extension
Stays can be extended in-country at an immigration office before the visa expires.
Prices are all-inclusive and confirmed in the application — no hidden government or service fees added later.
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How we reviewed this page
VerifiedVisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The Benin visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Benin visa portal
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Immigration & entry-requirement notices
Official SourceOfficialIATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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