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Do Belize passport holders need a visa for Benin?

e-Visa

Yes. Belize passport holders need a visa for Benin, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.bj (checked September 4, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance9,942 km, straight line (~12h 12m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Benin passport holders visiting Belize: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Benin

Belize passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Belize passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Belize passport holders need a visa for Benin?

Yes. Belize passport holders need a visa for Benin, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Benin from Belize?

About 9,942 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 12m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Benin?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Benin?

112 / 117 / 118.

What time zone is Benin in?

Porto-Novo (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Porto-Novo?

Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport (COO), about 31 km away.

How many countries can enter Benin without a visa?

57 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Benin visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Belize passport holders visit without a visa instead of Benin?

Liberia, Sierra Leone, Angola.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Belize

Belize is a country on the north-eastern coast of Central America. It is bordered by Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Guatemala to the west and south. It also shares a maritime boundary with Honduras to the southeast. Part of the Caribbean region, Belize is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Commonwealth Caribbean, the historical British West Indies.

CapitalBelmopan

RegionCentral America

Population422.9K

Area22,966 km²

CurrencyBelize dollar (1 USD ≈ 2.00 BZD)

LanguagesBelizean Creole, English, Spanish

Calling code+501

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelize (UTC-6)

Nearest airportPhilip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), 59 km

Emergency number90 / 911

UNESCO sites1

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,865 (2025)

Tourist arrivals487K (2020)

Climate in Belmopan

Warmest April, coolest December, driest April, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, July, August, December.

Monthly climate normals for Belmopan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.7°C	20.7°C	138mm	299h
February	29.5°C	21.1°C	73mm	290h
March	30.5°C	21.6°C	44mm	349h
April	36.1°C	24.1°C	7mm	349h
May	32.8°C	24.3°C	167mm	305h
June	30.5°C	24.1°C	249mm	267h
July	30.9°C	24°C	116mm	346h
August	31.5°C	24.1°C	154mm	338h
September	31.4°C	23.8°C	244mm	321h
October	29.9°C	23.3°C	192mm	282h
November	27.6°C	21.8°C	393mm	217h
December	26.2°C	19.7°C	158mm	254h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Belize offers world-class attractions include exploring the lush jungles with exotic plants and animals, deep sea fishing, swimming, snorkelling and diving in the Caribbean Sea with its attractive reefs and visiting the Mayan ruins. While income levels are still very low and the infrastructure is very basic, Belizeans are very proud and friendly to visitors as the tourist industry grew greatly in the last decade. It is the only country in mainland Central America with English as its official language.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Belize Barrier Reef

Upcoming public holidays

September 21, 2026Independence Day

November 19, 2026Garifuna Settlement Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Full source list on About.

About Benin

Benin, officially the Republic of Benin, formerly known as Dahomey, is a country in West Africa. It is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso to the northwest, and Niger to the northeast. The majority of its population lives on the southern coastline of the Bight of Benin, part of the Gulf of Guinea in the northernmost tropical portion of the Atlantic Ocean. The capital is Porto-Novo, and the seat of government is in Cotonou, the most populous city and economic capital. Benin covers an area of 112,622 km2 (43,484 sq mi), and its population in 2026 was estimated to be approximately 15 million. It is a tropical country with an economy heavily dependent on agriculture and the exports of palm oil and cotton.

CapitalPorto-Novo

RegionWestern Africa

Population14.8M

Area112,622 km²

CurrencyWest African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XOF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+229

Drives on theright

TimezonePorto-Novo (UTC+1)

Nearest airportCotonou Cadjehoun International Airport (COO), 31 km

Emergency number112 / 117 / 118

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,658 (2025)

Tourist arrivals337K (2019)

Climate in Porto-Novo

Warmest March, coolest August, driest January, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, August, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Porto-Novo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33.9°C	22°C	3mm	313h
February	34.7°C	23.9°C	10mm	300h
March	32.4°C	25.9°C	62mm	280h
April	32.1°C	25.5°C	60mm	283h
May	31.1°C	25.1°C	140mm	296h
June	28.9°C	23.8°C	331mm	221h
July	27.6°C	23.3°C	483mm	250h
August	28.3°C	22.6°C	24mm	310h
September	28.7°C	23.5°C	208mm	241h
October	29.4°C	23.6°C	197mm	282h
November	30.9°C	24.4°C	112mm	310h
December	31.4°C	24.5°C	42mm	318h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Benin is a country in West Africa. You'll find culture through a large collection of palatial ruins and temples of the once powerful Kingdom of Dahomey (1800s–1894). Moreover, Benin is the birthplace of Vodun (Voodoo) and all that goes with it. Vodun is the official religion of the country, and an important part of the life of ordinary Beninese. Many important tourist sites are linked to Vodun or the slave trade. The national parks of Benin are well worth a visit for their wildlife. It is also one of the most stable and safest countries in the region. With its rich history, vibrant culture, protected wildlife, Grand Popo ocean beach, and artisan market in Se, Benin is one of the best kept tourist secrets in West Africa.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Koutammakou
Royal Palace Museum
Royal Palaces of Abomey
W-Arly-Pendjari Complex

Upcoming public holidays

October 26, 2026Armed Forces Day

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

November 30, 2026National Day

Full source list on About.