Sierra Leone 
Benin Sierra Leonean citizens can enter Benin visa-free for up to 90 days under ECOWAS regional agreement.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Proof of onward or return travel required.
Entry requirements
- Benin grants visa-free entry to Sierra Leonean passport holders as fellow ECOWAS members.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages), proof of onward/return travel, sufficient funds, yellow fever certificate.
- Travel insurance (min. US$50,000 coverage) may be required.
Stay
Visa-free for up to 90 days under ECOWAS.
Passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
ECOWAS visa-free arrangement. Confirm with Benin authorities before travel.
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Sources
- Benin Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Voyager sans visa
- UK Government travel advice — Benin entry requirements
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.