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Do Burkina Faso passport holders need a visa for Benin?

Visa-free

No. Burkina Faso passport holders do not need a visa to visit Benin for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

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

Source: diplomatie.gouv.bj (checked January 19, 2022).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stay3 months
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance798 km, straight line (~1h 26m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Other visa-free destinations for Burkina Faso passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Burkina Faso passport holders need a visa for Benin?

No. Burkina Faso passport holders do not need a visa to visit Benin for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Burkina Faso citizens stay in Benin without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Benin from Burkina Faso?

About 798 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 26m 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.

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.