Benin is one of the historic centres of Vodun culture and home to the remarkable stilt village of Ganvié.
Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.
Tourist & Leisure
Valid passport
Return/onward travel
Accommodation details
Proof of funds
Yellow fever certificate
Supporting documents if requested
Benin's official eVisa service confirms that African nationals may visit Benin without obtaining a visa. Employment or residence requires the appropriate separate authorization.
Business Travel
Valid passport
Return/onward travel
Business invitation/details
Company/contact information
Yellow fever certificate
Supporting documents if requested
Passport Context
Benin's official eVisa service confirms that African nationals may visit Benin without obtaining a visa. Employment or residence requires the appropriate separate authorization.
Requirements normally follow the passport used for travel. Confirm the application route for your nationality and Kenyan residence status.
Application Route
Visa-exempt travellers should confirm current entry requirements before travel.
Visa and entry requirements may change. Sunward Travel will confirm the applicable requirements at the time of travel. The issuance of a visa or permission to enter is the sole prerogative of the issuing country's immigration/consular authorities, and Sunward Travel does not guarantee a successful visa application or entry for any applicant or nationality.
