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title: Benin visa for citizens of San Marino
description: "Citizens of San Marino need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Benin visa for citizens of San Marino

Citizens of San Marino 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
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–7 days
- **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. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://evisa.bj/ and create an account.
2. **Fill application form** — Enter personal, passport, and travel details.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital copies of passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, vaccination certificate, and proof of funds.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay 50 USD via credit card or other online method.
5. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes 3-7 days. You will get the eVisa as a PDF.
6. **Print eVisa** — Carry a printed copy to present upon arrival in Benin.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): Digital photo meeting ICAO standards.
- **Completed application form** (Supporting): Fill online on the eVisa portal.
- **Return flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket.
- **Accommodation proof** (Travel): Hotel reservation or host invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or sponsorship letter.
- **International vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
- **Travel insurance** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Sponsorship letter

Enough funds to cover stay required, amount not specified.

## Good to know

- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity.
- eVisa must be used within 30 days of issue.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure nothing is left blank.
- **Missing vaccination certificate** — Get yellow fever vaccination before applying.
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of San Marino need a visa for Benin?

Citizens of San Marino need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of San Marino stay in Benin?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Benin visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of San Marino need for Benin?

Valid passport; Passport-size photo; Completed application form; Return flight itinerary; Accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

### 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/)

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