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title: Benin visa for citizens of Argentina
description: "Citizens of Argentina need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €50. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Benin visa for citizens of Argentina

Citizens of Argentina need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Government fee:** €50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (e.g., bank statement, pay slips).

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Benin eVisa portal** — Register with an email address and password on the official eVisa website.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport bio page, photo, vaccination certificate, travel itinerary, hotel booking, and bank statement.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the e-Visa fee online via credit/debit card (€50 for single entry, €75 for multiple entries).
5. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes a few business days; approved eVisa is sent via email in PDF format.
6. **Print eVisa and present on arrival** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa along with the passport when traveling to Benin.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Recent color photo with white background; specific size may be required.
- **International vaccination certificate (yellow fever)** (Supporting): Required for all travelers; proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- **Travel itinerary / flight reservation** (Travel): Round-trip flight booking confirming entry and exit dates.
- **Hotel reservation / accommodation proof** (Travel): Confirmed booking for the entire stay in Benin.
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Sufficient balance to cover costs of the trip.
- **Travel insurance** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory; covers medical emergencies.

## Proof of funds

- bank statements
- pay slips

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation and expenses for the stay; no fixed amount specified.

## Good to know

- Ensure all documents are valid, especially the vaccination certificate (must be yellow fever).
- Visa is non-extendable; respect the 30-day maximum stay.
- Multiple-entry visa costs €75 and allows several entries within 30 days.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission.
- **Missing vaccination certificate** — Obtain yellow fever vaccination and carry the valid international certificate.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from the intended departure date.
- **Insufficient funds proof** — Provide recent bank statements showing adequate balance.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Argentina need a visa for Benin?

Citizens of Argentina need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Argentina stay in Benin?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Benin visa cost for citizens of Argentina?

Government fee: €50.

### What documents do citizens of Argentina need for Benin?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Passport-sized photograph; International vaccination certificate (yellow fever); Travel itinerary / flight reservation; Hotel reservation / accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Benin?

At least 6 months.

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- [Benin visa for every passport](/visa/benin)
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