Visa Free Countries for Benineses

Burkina Faso is a country of over 18,633,725 people known for being the top producer of cotton in Africa, having incredibly rich culture, an...

• Citizens of Benin looking to visit Burkina Faso for no more than 90 days can do so visa-free.
• A passport is, however, required on arrival.
• Passports are expected to be valid for six months beyond stay.
• Passports are required to carry at least one blank page for a visa stamp.
• Visitors are expected to carry onward/return tickets and any other documents necessary for their next destination.
• Visitors are expected to carry proof of yellow fever vaccination
• There are currently no direct flights to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, from Cotonou, Benin.
• There are no airport taxes required upon departure from the airport.

Cape Verde is country in Africa known for being one of the most developed countries in Africa where you can get drunk on Sugarcane.

• Beninese intending to visit Cape Verde can stay for a duration of 30days without a visa.
• Beninese intending to visit Cape Verde must have a return/onward ticket.
• Beninese intending to visit Cape Verde are allowed to bring a maximum of $10,000.
• Beninese intending to visit Cape Verde are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
• Beninese intending to visit Cape Verde are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.

Central African Republic has a population of about 5,043,280 people. It is abundantly rich in natural resources, and is known for its biodiversity. In...

• Beninese intending to visit Central African Republic can stay for a duration of 90days without a visa.
• Beninese intending to visit Central African Republic must have a return/onward ticket.
• Beninese intending to visit Central African Republic are allowed to bring a maximum of $10,000. 
• Beninese intending to visit Central African Republic are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
• Beninese intending to visit Central African Republic are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.

Chad is a country of 15,534,813 people. Chad is famous for the Lake Chad which is named for, its ties with the Sahara desert, and for some of the best...

• Beninese intending to visit Chad must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Chad consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Chad the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The Chad visa cost $150 for a single entry and $200 for multiple entry.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
• Beninese intending to visit Chad are allowed to bring a maximum of $10,000.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Chad are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home...

• Beninese intending to visit Cote D'Ivoire can stay for a duration of 90days without a visa.
• Beninese intending to visit Cote D'Ivoire must have a return/onward ticket.
• Beninese intending to visit Cote D'Ivoire are allowed to bring a maximum of $10,000.
• Beninese intending to visit Cote D'Ivoire are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
• Beninese intending to visit Cote D'Ivoire are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.

​​Dominica is a small country of more than 74,474 people known for its lush, unspoiled rain forests, several hot springs, and for its black...

• Beninese intending to visit Dominica can stay for a duration of 21days without a visa.
• Beninese intending to visit Dominica must have a return/onward ticket.
• Beninese intending to visit Dominica are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
• Beninese intending to visit Dominica are allowed a maximum currency import of $5,000 or other currency equivalent.
  
• Beninese intending to visit Dominica are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.

Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its...

• Beninese intending to visit Ecuador can stay for a duration of 90days without a visa.
• Beninese intending to visit Ecuador must have a return/onward ticket.
• Beninese intending to visit Ecuador are allowed a maximum currency import of $5,000 or other currency equivalent.
  
• Beninese intending to visit Ecuador are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
• Beninese intending to visit Ecuador are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.

Bangladesh has a population of 162 million people, home to the largest river delta in the world and the most colorful cycle rickshaws.

• Beninese intending to visit Bangladesh must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Bangladesh consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Bangladesh the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The visa on arrival fee must be paid only in cash when entering Bangladesh and the cost per person is $51 or £51, with all tax included.

• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
• Beninese are allowed to carry up to $10,000 or other cash equivalent into Bangladesh.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Bangladesh are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Beninese intending to visit Bolivian must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Bolivian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Bolivia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• Bolivian tourist visa costs US$160 and a specific purpose visa (eg for business) costs US$85.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
• Beninese are allowed to carry a maximum of $10,000 into Bolivia.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit  Bolivia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...

• Beninese intending to visit Cambodia must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Cambodian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Cambodia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The Cambodian tourist visa costs $30 on arrival, while the easily extendable business visa costs $35.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
• Beninese are allowed to carry a maximum of $10,000 into Cambodia.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Cambodia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Comoros is a country in East Africa with a population of less than a million where a wedding can last up to three weeks.

• Beninese intending to visit Comoros must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Comoros consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Comoros the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The Comoros visa cost €30 and can also be paid in other currencies.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 45days within a one-year period.
• Beninese intending to visit Comoros are allowed to bring a maximum amount of $10,000.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Comoros are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

The Congo is a country of some 5 million people known for its steamy jungles which hide half the world's lowland gorillas, its warm, laid back culture...

• Beninese intending to visit Congo must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Congo consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Congo the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The Congolese visa cost from $175-$475 for single and multiple entry respectively for tourist and business visas.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
• Beninese intending to visit Congo are allowed to bring a maximum of $10,000 or the equivalent in other currencies.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Congo are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Beninese  intending to visit Ethiopia must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Ethiopian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Ethiopia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Ethiopia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Beninese intending to visit Bolivian must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Bolivian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Bolivia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• Bolivian tourist visa costs US$160 and a specific purpose visa (eg for business) costs US$85.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
• Beninese are allowed to carry a maximum of $10,000 into Bolivia.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit  Bolivia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Cambodia is a country of over 16.01 million people known for being the home of the largest religious monument in the world, for its warm culture, and...

• Beninese intending to visit Cambodia must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Cambodian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Cambodia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• The Cambodian tourist visa costs $30 on arrival, while the easily extendable business visa costs $35.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
• Beninese are allowed to carry a maximum of $10,000 into Cambodia.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Cambodia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...

• Beninese intending to visit Djibouti must first apply for an E- visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Djibouti consulate in the applicant's home country.
• The Djibouti tourist E-visa costs $30-$80 depending on where you apply.
• This E-visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
• Beninese intending to visit Djibouti are allowed a maximum currency import of $5,000 or other currency equivalent.
• Alongside the E-visa, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Djibouti are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Beninese  intending to visit Ethiopia must first apply for an E-visa.
• This online pre-visa can be granted by the Ethiopian consulate in the applicant's home country.
• On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Ethiopia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
• This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
• Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
• A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
• Beninese intending to visit Ethiopia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

• Benin nationals can visit India for a duration of 90 days by applying e-visa(Electronic visa). The e-visa costs US$80.
• Beninese are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure.
• All visitors are to show a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of exit from India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
• The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
• Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
• Travellers with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
• Benin citizens must show evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
• A recent bank statement, to show that the visitor has enough money to spend while in India will be required.
• Minors travelling alone to India are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
• Beninese visiting with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Benin.
• Tourists will not be required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate. They are advised nevertheless to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
• Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Benin. There is an international airport in Cotonou.
• Ethiopian, Emirates, Vistara, Air France and Lufthansa are some of the airlines that fly from Benin to India.
• The estimated flight duration from Benin to New Delhi, India is 14 hours, 40 minutes.
• The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
• India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
• Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
• India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
• The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
• The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
• Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
• India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Benin.
• Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.