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title: Benin visa for citizens of Ukraine
description: "Citizens of Ukraine need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €50. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Benin visa for citizens of Ukraine

Citizens of Ukraine 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 · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** €50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the stay

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Benin e-Visa portal** — Go to https://evisa.gouv.bj/ and create an account
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, vaccination certificate, itinerary, hotel booking, and proof of funds
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay 50 EUR for single entry or 75 EUR for multiple entry via credit/debit card
5. **Receive e-Visa by email** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; e-Visa is sent as a PDF
6. **Print the e-Visa and present at border** — Carry a printed copy of the e-Visa along with your passport upon arrival in Benin

## Documents checklist

- **Passport copy (bio-data page)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Recent, white background, 35x45mm
- **International vaccination certificate (yellow fever)** (Supporting): Mandatory for all travelers
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight reservations showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): For the entire stay in Benin
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or pay slips for last 3 months
- **Return flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- pay slips

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation and expenses for the stay

## Good to know

- Must have an international vaccination certificate (yellow fever) – required for entry.
- e-Visa is valid for 30 days from date of entry; single and multiple entry options available.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Missing required documents (especially vaccination certificate)** — Upload all mandatory documents in the correct format
- **Insufficient funds proof** — Provide recent bank statements showing adequate balance

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Ukraine need a visa for Benin and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: €50.

### How long does Benin visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Passport copy (bio-data page); Passport-sized photograph; International vaccination certificate (yellow fever); Travel itinerary; Hotel booking confirmation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

### 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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