Benin to Cabo Verde visa requirements
Beninese passport holders can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism purposes.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Benin travellers need to know
If you hold a Benin passport and plan to visit Cabo Verde for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Beninese passport holders can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism purposes.
Typical stay guidance: For stays longer than 90 days (or for non-tourism purposes), confirm whether you must apply for a visa.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Always verify current rules with official Cape Verde sources and your airline before departure, as policies can change.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Benin to Cabo Verde.
Entry requirements
- Cape Verde's official visa policy exempts Beninese citizens from visa requirements for stays of up to 90 days.
- Entry conditions can still apply at the border (admissibility is determined on arrival).
- An airport security fee of CVE 3,400 must be paid online or upon arrival.
Stay
For stays longer than 90 days (or for non-tourism purposes), confirm whether you must apply for a visa.
Always verify current rules with official Cape Verde sources and your airline before departure, as policies can change.
How to prepare (Benin → Cabo Verde)
- 1
Confirm Cabo Verde still lists Benin as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Cabo Verde.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Benin passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Cabo Verde
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Proof of onward travel required.
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Benin citizens need a visa for Cabo Verde?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Benin travellers need visa-free for tourism to Cabo Verde. Beninese passport holders can visit Cape Verde without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism purposes.
How long can I stay in Cabo Verde on a Benin passport?
For stays longer than 90 days (or for non-tourism purposes), confirm whether you must apply for a visa.
What documents should Benin travellers carry to Cabo Verde?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Cabo Verde entry rules officially?
Start with: Cape Verde Visa Exemption. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.