How Indian passport holders get a visa for Benin: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online via evisa.bj
- Government fee: USD 55-100 (~₹4,600-8,400) depending on duration. Single or multiple entry.
- Processing time: 1 hour to 96 hours (4 days). Apply at least 7 days before travel for safety.
- Maximum stay: 30 days to 90 days after arrival depending on visa type chosen.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 75/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 1 blank page
- Recent passport-style photo
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel bookings
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- Proof of funds
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Benin eVisa portal — evisa.bj. Approved eVisa emailed within 24-96 hours. Benin eVisa (official, evisa.bj)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Cotonou (COO) for non-Beninese destinations does not require entry.
Good to know
Fast and online — among the easiest African eVisas. Yellow fever certificate is MANDATORY. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://evisa.bj/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Benin?
eVisa — apply online via evisa.bj. Fast and online — among the easiest African eVisas. Yellow fever certificate is MANDATORY. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Benin visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 1 blank page; Recent passport-style photo; Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel bookings; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory); Proof of funds
How long does a Benin visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 1 hour to 96 hours (4 days). Apply at least 7 days before travel for safety.. Government fee: USD 55-100 (~₹4,600-8,400) depending on duration. Single or multiple entry.. Maximum stay: 30 days to 90 days after arrival depending on visa type chosen..
How do Indians apply for a Benin visa?
Apply on the official Benin eVisa portal — evisa.bj. Approved eVisa emailed within 24-96 hours. Official source: https://evisa.bj/