Benin Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Benin: evisa (apply online) for up to 30/90 days, $50/100. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Benin visa at a glance
- Policy
- eVisa (apply online)
- Length of stay
- 30/90 days
- Cost
- $50/100
- Passport
- Valid 6+ months.
- Official source
- evisa.bj
eVisa for most Western: $50 for 30 days, $100 for 90 days.
E-visa (30/90 days) for UK/US/EU.
Customs allowances
Yellow fever certificate required.
Prohibited items
Drones restricted. Drug laws strict.
Frequently asked questions about Benin visas
Do I need a visa to visit Benin?
eVisa (apply online) applies for Benin: eVisa for most Western: $50 for 30 days, $100 for 90 days.
How much does a Benin visa cost?
The Benin visa costs $50/100. This is the published fee on the official application channel (evisa.bj/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.
How long can I stay in Benin?
The standard evisa (apply online) allows 30/90 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Benin require?
Valid 6+ months.
Where do I apply for a Benin visa?
Apply directly at the official government source: https://evisa.bj/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.