Republic of the Congo Republic of the Congo Benin Benin
Visa-free

Republic of the Congo citizens are generally visa-exempt for entry to Benin for tourism purposes, subject to immigration conditions at the border.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining beyond your intended departure date from Benin.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Proof of onward travel (return or onward flight ticket) or sufficient funds to purchase one.

Entry requirements

  • Benin immigration authorities grant entry permission and determine length of stay at the border.
  • Even when visa-exempt, you must meet standard entry requirements including valid passport, onward travel arrangements, and sufficient funds.

Stay

Maximum stay duration is 90 days (subject to immigration officer discretion at entry).

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining beyond your intended departure date from Benin.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you have recently traveled through or from a yellow fever risk area.

Visa and entry requirements can change without notice. Always verify current rules with official Benin immigration sources and your airline before travel. Different rules may apply for business travel, work, or extended stays.

Book with Tsavaro

Ready to visit Benin?

M-Pesa accepted · Pay in KES

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.