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title: Benin visa for citizens of New Zealand
description: "Citizens of New Zealand 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 New Zealand

Citizens of New Zealand 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.*

Official application site: https://evisa.gouv.bj/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · e-Visa · Tourist (30 days, single entry)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 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

## How to apply

1. **Create account** — Register on the official eVisa portal with a valid email.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill in personal details, passport info, and travel plans accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, accommodation, flight, vaccination certificate, and financial proof.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay online via credit/debit card: 50 EUR for single entry, 75 EUR for multiple entry.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3–7 business days; monitor email for updates.
6. **Receive eVisa** — Download approved eVisa from your account and print a copy to present at the border.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport biodata page** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Recent passport-size photo** (Identity): 2x2 inches, white background, not older than 6 months.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Must cover entire stay in Benin.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed return ticket required.
- **International vaccination certificate (Yellow fever)** (Supporting): Mandatory; must show valid yellow fever vaccination.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or credit card statement showing sufficient funds for stay.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended, not mandatory.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Credit card statement

Bank statement should show transactions for the last 3 months.

## Good to know

- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Ensure the name on your booking matches your passport exactly.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all required documents and ensure they are clear scans.
- **Poor quality photo** — Use a recent, clear photo with white background meeting specifications.
- **Visa fee not paid** — Complete payment before final submission.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of New Zealand need a visa for Benin?

Citizens of New Zealand need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: e-Visa · Tourist (30 days, single entry).

### How long can citizens of New Zealand stay in Benin?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €50.

### What documents do citizens of New Zealand need for Benin?

Passport biodata page; Recent passport-size photo; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Round-trip flight itinerary; International vaccination certificate (Yellow fever); Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.gouv.bj/

## Sources

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

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