BeninVenezuela: Visa required

BeninVenezuela

Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Venezuela?

Visa required

Yes. Benin passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Venezuela.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: francia.consuladovenezuela.org (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance7,977 km, straight line (~9h 53m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Venezuela110 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Venezuela passport holders visiting Benin: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near Venezuela

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 Venezuela?

Yes. Benin passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Venezuela.

How far is Venezuela from Benin?

About 7,977 km in a straight line, roughly ~9h 53m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Venezuela?

Venezuelan bolívar soberano (VES).

What is the emergency number in Venezuela?

171 / 911.

What time zone is Venezuela in?

Caracas (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Caracas?

Barinas Airport (BNS), about 66 km away.

How many countries can enter Venezuela without a visa?

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

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

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Haiti, Saint Lucia, Dominica, Barbados, Guyana.

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 Venezuela

Venezuela, officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country on the northern coast of South America, consisting of a continental landmass and various islands and islets in the Caribbean Sea. It comprises an area of 912,050 km2 (352,140 sq mi), with a population estimated at 31.8 million in 2025. The capital and largest urban agglomeration is Caracas. The continental territory is bordered on the north by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by Colombia, on the south by Brazil, on the east by Guyana, and on the northeast by Trinidad and Tobago. Venezuela consists of 23 states, the Capital District, and the Federal Dependencies covering Venezuela's offshore islands. Venezuela is among the most urbanized countries in Latin America, with an estimated urbanization rate of 88.4% in 2022. The vast majority of Venezuelans live in urban areas in the north, including in the capital.

CapitalCaracas

RegionSouth America

Population28.5M

Area916,445 km²

CurrencyVenezuelan bolívar soberano (1 USD ≈ 881.07 VES)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+58

Drives on theright

TimezoneCaracas (UTC-4)

Nearest airportBarinas Airport (BNS), 66 km

Emergency number171 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,495 (2025)

Tourist arrivals429K (2017)

Climate in Caracas

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

Monthly climate normals for Caracas, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.8°C	21.9°C	41mm	344h
February	33.9°C	22.9°C	11mm	325h
March	35.8°C	24°C	3mm	344h
April	34.6°C	24.4°C	44mm	321h
May	32.9°C	24°C	175mm	319h
June	30.7°C	22.4°C	286mm	307h
July	29.6°C	21.9°C	400mm	316h
August	30°C	22.2°C	356mm	314h
September	30.6°C	22.2°C	248mm	318h
October	30.2°C	22.2°C	246mm	323h
November	29.3°C	22.2°C	221mm	289h
December	30.4°C	21.5°C	30mm	338h

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

Venezuela is replete with stunning natural wonders and sights such as countless national parks, magnificent waterfalls, and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The world's tallest waterfall, the Angel Falls, is found here.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Canaima National Park
Coro and its Port
University City of Caracas

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Nochebuena

December 25, 2026Navidad

December 31, 2026Nochevieja

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