BeninAngola: e-Visa

BeninAngola

Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Angola?

e-Visa

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

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

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

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance2,067 km, straight line (~2h 56m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Angola144 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Angola passport holders visiting Benin: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Angola

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

Other visa-free destinations for Benin passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Angola?

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

How far is Angola from Benin?

About 2,067 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 56m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Angola?

Angolan kwanza (AOA).

What is the emergency number in Angola?

113 / 115 / 116.

What time zone is Angola in?

Luanda (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Luanda?

Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Angola without a visa?

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

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

Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Namibia, Central African Republic, Burundi, Rwanda.

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 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 ≈ 584.37 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	21.9°C	3mm	313h
February	34.8°C	23.9°C	10mm	300h
March	32.4°C	25.7°C	62mm	280h
April	32.1°C	25.3°C	60mm	283h
May	31.2°C	25°C	140mm	296h
June	29°C	23.7°C	331mm	221h
July	27.7°C	23.2°C	483mm	250h
August	28.3°C	22.5°C	24mm	310h
September	28.7°C	23.4°C	208mm	241h
October	29.4°C	23.5°C	197mm	282h
November	31°C	24.4°C	112mm	310h
December	31.5°C	24.4°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.

About Angola

Angola, officially the Republic of Angola, is a country on the western coast of Southern Africa. It is the second-largest Portuguese-speaking (Lusophone) country after Brazil in both total area and population and is the seventh-largest country in Africa. It is bordered by Namibia to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Zambia to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. The Angolan province of Cabinda is an exclave on the Atlantic coast, bordering the Republic of the Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The capital and most populous city is Luanda.

CapitalLuanda

RegionMiddle Africa

Population39M

Area1,246,700 km²

CurrencyAngolan kwanza (1 USD ≈ 922.91 AOA)

LanguagesPortuguese

Calling code+244

Drives on theright

TimezoneLuanda (UTC+1)

Nearest airportQuatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD), 5 km

Emergency number113 / 115 / 116

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,129 (2025)

Tourist arrivals218K (2019)

Climate in Luanda

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest May. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Luanda, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.3°C	25°C	108mm	291h
February	30.7°C	25.2°C	93mm	281h
March	31.9°C	25.1°C	21mm	335h
April	30.4°C	24.9°C	94mm	280h
May	30.7°C	24.1°C	3mm	346h
June	27.7°C	21.2°C	1mm	328h
July	26.1°C	19°C	0mm	342h
August	25.9°C	19.6°C	2mm	310h
September	26.4°C	20.6°C	5mm	312h
October	28.4°C	23°C	16mm	289h
November	29.5°C	24°C	45mm	293h
December	29.3°C	23.6°C	18mm	293h

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

Angola is a beautiful nation in Central Africa endowed with lovely waterfalls, rivers, national parks, and coastlines. There is plenty to do and see.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

M'banza-Kongo

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026Dia de Finados

November 11, 2026Dia da Independência

December 25, 2026Dia de Natal

Full source list on About.