BrazilBenin: e-Visa

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Do Brazil passport holders need a visa for Benin?

e-Visa

Yes. Brazil 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 of2026-10-19

Distance6,091 km, straight line (~7h 40m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Benin

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Brazil passport holders need a visa for Benin?

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

How far is Benin from Brazil?

About 6,091 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 40m 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 Brazil passport holders visit without a visa instead of Benin?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Gabon, 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 Brazil

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in South America. It is also the world's fifth-largest country by area and the seventh-largest by population, with over 214 million people. Brazil is a federation composed of 26 states and a Federal District, which hosts the capital, Brasília. Its most populous city is São Paulo, followed by Rio de Janeiro. Brazil has the largest Lusophone population in the world and is the only Portuguese-speaking country in the Americas, where it is the official language.

CapitalBrasilia

RegionSouth America

Population212.8M

Area8,515,767 km²

CurrencyBrazilian real (1 USD ≈ 5.08 BRL)

LanguagesPortuguese

Calling code+55

Drives on theright

TimezoneSao Paulo (UTC-3)

Nearest airportPresidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport (BSB), 10 km

Emergency number188 / 190 / 192 / 193

UNESCO sites39

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$10,713 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2019)

Climate in Brasilia

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

Monthly climate normals for Brasilia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.9°C	19.5°C	279mm	338h
February	26.5°C	19.3°C	195mm	279h
March	25.7°C	18.7°C	230mm	293h
April	25.5°C	17.9°C	115mm	302h
May	24.5°C	15.2°C	21mm	329h
June	25.2°C	14.8°C	0mm	317h
July	25.4°C	14.4°C	0mm	335h
August	26.8°C	14.9°C	0mm	348h
September	29.6°C	17.8°C	11mm	341h
October	29.2°C	19.7°C	118mm	310h
November	26.2°C	18.4°C	150mm	303h
December	27.3°C	19.2°C	162mm	327h

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

Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world. Brazil is an incredibly diverse country, in people, culture, and landscapes, from the famous summer carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Olinda, and Recife to the wild power of nature in the Amazon and Iguaçu Falls. You'll find bustling cities, laid-back beaches, and traditional lifestyles, often right next to each other. Brazilian culture, which varies substantially across the country, comes from an international mix of European colonizers, African and Asian communities, and indigenous influence throughout the country.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Amazonia Theaters
Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves
Brasília
Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves
Cavernas do Peruaçu Environmental Protection Area
Cavernas do Peruaçu National Park
Central Amazon Conservation Complex
Cerrado
Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks
Church of Our Lady of the Good Death

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026Dia de Finados

November 15, 2026Proclamação da República

November 20, 2026Dia da Consciência Negra

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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

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