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How to get a Benin visa from Gabon
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Gabonese passport holders travelling to Benin.
Visa information
Detailed visa fees for Benin aren't listed yet —
check the requirements below or contact the embassy directly.
Where to apply
Benin embassy & visa application centers in Gabon.
Cotonou
AddressGambian Honorary Consulate in Cotonou, Benin - c/ 355 SCOA GB ETO - 01 BP 4167 - Cotonou - Benin
Phone(+229) 21 32 31 92 / (+229) 90 90 43 08
Libreville
AddressDerrière l’Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS) B.P. 3851 Libreville Gabon
Phone(+241) 01.73.76.11 (+241) 01.73.76.92
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Frequently asked questions
What is the official language of Benin
Although a total of 55 languages are spoken in Benin whereby 50 of them are indigenous languages, French, Fon, and Yoruba are the most widely spoken languages in the country.
What is the climate in Benin
Benin’s climate is hot and humid. The country has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a shorter less intense rainy period from late September to November. The main dry season is from December to April, with a short cooler dry season from late July to early September.
Is Benin safe for a visit
Benin is one of the safest and most stable places to visit in West Africa, with little or no crime done against tourists. Regardless, tourists are advised to take necessary precautions while in the country.
What cloth should I wear in Benin
If you wear a T-shirt, you will be wet with your own sweat all day, because of Benin's hot climate. Tourists are advised to wear a loose-woven, button-down shirt with short sleeves. Women ideally will wear skirts that are past their knees and a modest shirt with short sleeves.
What is the best time to visit Benin
The best time to visit Benin is in the dry months of December to March, which also coincides with the annual Voodoo festival in January - an unmissable experience.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Benin visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.