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title: Benin visa for citizens of Bulgaria
description: "Citizens of Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria

Citizens of Bulgaria 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 · 30 days (single or multiple entry)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Government fee:** €50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Access the Benin eVisa portal** — Visit the official Beninese eVisa website (evisa.bj) and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned passport, photo, vaccination certificate, flight and hotel confirmations.
4. **Select visa type and pay fee** — Choose single entry (50 EUR) or multiple entry (75 EUR) and pay online via card.
5. **Submit application** — Review all information and submit the application.
6. **Wait for processing and receive eVisa** — Processing time varies; approved eVisa is sent to your email as a PDF.
7. **Print the eVisa** — Print a paper copy to present upon arrival in Benin.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (biometric page scan)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Passport-sized photo (digital)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards (white background, recent).
- **International vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever)** (Supporting): Required for all travelers; must be uploaded.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Must show entry and exit from Benin within visa validity.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For each night of stay; can be a booking confirmation.
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional): May be requested to show sufficient funds for stay.
- **Travel insurance (optional but recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- **Completed online visa application form** (Supporting): Filled on the eVisa portal with personal details.

## Good to know

- International vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever) is mandatory and must be uploaded.
- Visa fees are 50 EUR (single entry) or 75 EUR (multiple entry) — select the correct type.
- Check that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from intended entry date.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure information matches your passport exactly.
- **Invalid or missing vaccination certificate** — Get the Yellow Fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel and upload the valid certificate.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew your passport before applying to ensure it is valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- **Unclear or non-compliant photo** — Use a recent high-quality digital photo on a white background with no shadows or glasses.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Bulgaria need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · 30 days (single or multiple entry).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €50.

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

Valid passport (biometric page scan); Passport-sized photo (digital); International vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever); Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Completed online visa application form; and 2 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Benin visa for every passport](/visa/benin)
- [Every destination for Bulgaria passport holders](/visa/passport/bulgaria)