Benin visa requirements for Nigerians
Travel and visa requirements
Beninese Visa is not required for Nigerians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Nigerians can stay in Benin visa-free for a duration of 90 days.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a period of 6 months beyond the date of departure, even though the country is visa-free for Nigerians. The passport should have two blank pages.
- Visitors are required to have a return or onward ticket, as well as proof that they have enough funds to spend in the country which could be in the form of their bank statement.
- Travellers are required to show proof of accommodation for their stay in Benin.
- Tourists to Benin below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Intending visitors can get to Porto-Novo, Benin from any international airport in Nigeria. There are international airports in Lagos and Abuja.
- Overland Airways, Dana Airlines, Air Peace and Arik Air are some of the carriers that fly from Nigeria to Benin.
- The estimated flight time from Lagos to Port-Novo, Benin is 25 minutes and 1 hour, 5 minutes from Abuja.
- West African CFA Franc is Benin’s official currency. The Euro is the most advised foreign currency to take along because it can be easily exchanged. Tourist can exchange other foreign currencies at banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Various denominations of Christianity, Islam and traditional religion, make up the religious demography of Benin.
- A total of 55 languages are spoken in Benin whereby 50 of them are indigenous. Nevertheless, French is the official language.
- The numerous natural and historical beauties found in Benin make it a great place for tourist travel.
- Movement in Benin can be made possible with motorbikes, bicycles, moped taxis and buses. Also, traffic moves on the right.
- Benin uses the West African Standard Time (GMT +1). But countries use the same timezone.
- Benin’s climate is hot and humid. The country has two rainy and two dry seasons. The best time to visit Benin is from July to August and December to March when the weather is most favourable.
- On average, a tourist spends about 10,000 CFA per day in Benin.
- Ouidah, Porto Novo, Grand -Popo and Bohicon are great places to visit in Benin.
- The power and socket plug used in Benin are of Type E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Common staples in Benin include maize, yam and peas. Aloko (fried plantain), fufu (mashed yam formed into a paste) and beye ( a kind of cake made from roasted peanuts) are common dishes in Benin.
- Benin is a beautiful country with lots of tourist engaging activities, however, tourists are advised to take necessary precautions while in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
How safe is Benin for tourist visit?
Benin is one of the safest and 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 language is spoken predominantly in 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 most practiced religion in Benin?
Islam however, is the most practiced religion.
What is the weather in Benin like?
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.
What are popular cuisines in Benin?
What is an appropriate item of clothing to 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.