BeninChad: Visa-free

BeninChad

Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Chad?

Visa-free

No. Benin passport holders do not need a visa to visit Chad for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: evisa.td (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance1,498 km, straight line (~2h 16m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Chad21 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Chad?

No. Benin passport holders do not need a visa to visit Chad for tourism.

How far is Chad from Benin?

About 1,498 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 16m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Chad?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Chad?

17 / 18 / 2251-4242.

What time zone is Chad in?

Ndjamena (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to N'Djamena?

N'Djamena International Airport (NDJ), about 3 km away.

How many countries can enter Chad without a visa?

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

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 ≈ 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.

About Chad

Chad, officially the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon to the southwest, Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. Chad has a population of 20 million, of which 1.6 million live in the capital and largest city of N'Djamena. With a total area of around 1,300,000 km2 (500,000 sq mi), Chad is the fifth-largest country in Africa and the twentieth largest nation by area.

CapitalN'Djamena

RegionMiddle Africa

Population21M

Area1,284,000 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesArabic, French

Calling code+235

Drives on theright

TimezoneNdjamena (UTC+1)

Nearest airportN'Djamena International Airport (NDJ), 3 km

Emergency number17 / 18 / 2251-4242

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,022 (2025)

Tourist arrivals10.4K (2020)

Travel guide

Chad is a landlocked country situated in the centre of Africa. Chad is home to more than 200 different ethnic groups and there are national parks, desert lakes, sand dunes, canyons and camel caravans that will interest the daring and adventurous.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ennedi Plateau
Lakes of Ounianga

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

November 28, 2026Republic Day

December 1, 2026Freedom and Democracy Day

Full source list on About.