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title: Benin visa for citizens of Nigeria
description: Citizens of Nigeria can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Benin visa for citizens of Nigeria

Citizens of Nigeria can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 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
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid and you have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
2. **Book travel and accommodation** — Secure a return/onward ticket and any necessary hotel reservations.
3. **Travel to Benin** — Present passport and supporting documents at the border.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Border officer will stamp passport and grant visa-free stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Nigerian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Required as proof of departure from Benin.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter if staying with host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at border.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry to Benin.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is typically up to 90 days, but confirm at border.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport with insufficient validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond planned stay.
- **Lack of return/onward ticket.** — Always carry a confirmed onward ticket.
- **No yellow fever vaccination certificate.** — Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the certificate.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Nigeria can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid Nigerian passport; Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

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