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title: Benin visa for citizens of Eritrea
description: Citizens of Eritrea can visit Benin without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Benin visa for citizens of Eritrea

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

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least 2 blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Must show departure from Benin within max stay.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Not always requested but recommended.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry from endemic areas.
- **Sufficient funds for stay** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.

## 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.

## FAQs

### 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.

## More

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