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title: Benin visa for citizens of Venezuela
description: "Citizens of Venezuela 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Benin visa for citizens of Venezuela

Citizens of Venezuela 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
- **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
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Create account on eVisa portal** — Register at https://evisa.gouv.bj/ with a valid email
2. **Complete online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport copy, photo, vaccination certificate, flight, accommodation, and bank statement
4. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay USD 50 via credit/debit card or other online methods
5. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes 3–7 business days; print the eVisa
6. **Present eVisa at border** — Show printed eVisa and passport upon arrival in Benin

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from entry date
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): White background, recent
- **International vaccination certificate (yellow fever)** (Supporting): Must have an international vaccination certificate
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed onward/return ticket
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For entire stay in Benin
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Sufficient funds for stay
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

No specific minimum amount stated

## Good to know

- Vaccination certificate (yellow fever) is mandatory for entry
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all uploaded documents meet requirements
- **Invalid vaccination certificate** — Ensure yellow fever vaccination is up to date and certificate is international
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Benin visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

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

Passport bio-data page; Passport-size photograph; International vaccination certificate (yellow fever); Round-trip flight itinerary; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); 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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