Eritrea passport → Benin

Benin visa for citizens of Eritrea

Visa-freeVisa-Free (30 days)

Citizens of Eritrea can visit Benin without a visa for up to 30 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-Free (30 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Not specified

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has blank pages.
2
Arrange return ticket and accommodation
Book a confirmed return/onward flight and accommodation for your stay.
3
Obtain yellow fever vaccination
Get the yellow fever vaccination and carry the certificate.
4
Arrive in Benin
Present passport and supporting documents at the border or airport immigration.
5
Receive entry stamp
Immigration officer will stamp passport with up to 30 days stay.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
Must have at least 2 blank pages.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Must show departure from Benin within max stay.
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
Optional
Not always requested but recommended.

Financial

Sufficient funds for stay
Optional
May be requested by immigration officer.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for entry from endemic areas.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Not specified

Cash
Credit card
Bank statement

May be requested; recommended to have at least $500 equivalent.

Good to know

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if traveling from an endemic area.
Overstaying may result in fines or deportation.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew passport before travel.

Insufficient blank pages in passport

Ensure at least 2 blank pages for entry stamp.

Lack of return/onward ticket

Purchase a refundable ticket or onward ticket.

FAQ

Do citizens of Eritrea need a visa for Benin?

Citizens of Eritrea can visit Benin without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-Free (30 days).

How long can citizens of Eritrea stay in Benin?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Eritrea need for Benin?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds for stay.

How long must my passport be valid for Benin?

At least 6 months.

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