Benin visa requirements for Seychelloiss

Travel and visa requirements

Beninese Visa is not required for Seychelloiss

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Benin permits citizens of Seychelles to visit without a visa for a duration of 90 days.
  • Visitors from Seychelles intending to travel to Benin are required to have a passport valid for a period of 6 months beyond the date of departure. The passport should, however, have two blank pages.
  • Seychelles nationals are required to show proof of accommodation for their stay in Benin.
  • Tourists are to provide 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.
  • Seychellois below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Porto-Novo, Benin from any international airport in Seychelles. There are international airports in Victoria and Mahe.
  • RwandAir, South African Airways, Kenya Airways and Air Seychelles are some of the Airlines that fly from Seychelles to Benin.
  • The estimated flight duration from Seychelles to Port-Novo, Benin is 11 hours, 25 minutes.
  • About 55 languages are spoken in Benin whereby 50 of them are indigenous. Nevertheless, French is the official language of the country.
  • 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.
  • The climate in Benin is hot and humid. There are 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.
  • The numerous natural and historical beauties found in Benin make it a great place for tourist travel.
  • Transportation in Benin can be made possible with motorbikes, bicycles, moped taxis and buses.
  • Benin uses the West African Standard Time (GMT +1), which put Seychelles three hours ahead of Benin.
  • 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

Is Benin safe for Seychellois to visit?

Yes. Benin is one of the most stable countries in West Africa, with low reported rates of crime.

What is a popular cuisine in Benin?

Aloko (fried plantain), fufu (mashed yam formed into a paste) and beye ( a kind of cake made from roasted peanuts) are part of Benin's most common dishes.

How is the climate in Benin?

The climate in Benin 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.

What is the official currency of Benin?

West African CFA Franc is the official currency of Benin. The euro is the most advised foreign currency to take along because it can be easily exchanged. Tourists can exchange other foreign currencies at banks and exchange outlets in the country.