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title: Benin visa for citizens of Chile
description: "Citizens of Chile need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €50. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Benin visa for citizens of Chile

Citizens of Chile 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.*

Application site: https://evisa.bj/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days, single/multiple)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **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:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Create account on eVisa portal** — Register at https://evisa.bj/ with email and password
2. **Complete application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, vaccination certificate, itinerary, hotel booking, and bank statement
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay online via card: 50 EUR for single entry, 75 EUR for multiple entry
5. **Receive eVisa via email** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; eVisa is sent as PDF
6. **Print and present at border** — Carry printed eVisa and passport for entry

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity** (Identity): Copy of bio-data page required
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Digital photo with white background
- **International vaccination certificate (yellow fever)** (Supporting): Must be valid and include yellow fever vaccination
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight reservation or confirmed booking
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): For entire stay in Benin
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for trip
- **Proof of employment or leave approval** (Employment, optional): If employed, provide employer letter

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $500
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Credit card

Sufficient funds for duration of stay

## Good to know

- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry
- eVisa is valid for 30 days from date of issue, not from entry

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all uploaded documents for clarity and accuracy
- **Invalid vaccination certificate** — Ensure yellow fever vaccine is administered at least 10 days before travel

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Chile need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days, single/multiple).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €50.

### How long does Benin visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Passport-size photograph; International vaccination certificate (yellow fever); Travel itinerary; Hotel booking confirmation; 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.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://evisa.bj/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [evisa.bj](https://evisa.bj/)

## More

- [Benin visa for every passport](/visa/benin)
- [Every destination for Chile passport holders](/visa/passport/chile)