CyprusBenin: e-Visa

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Do Cyprus passport holders need a visa for Benin?

e-Visa

Yes. Cyprus 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

Distance4,477 km, straight line (~5h 46m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Benin drives on the right, the opposite side to Cyprus. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Benin

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

Other visa-free destinations for Cyprus passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cyprus passport holders need a visa for Benin?

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

How far is Benin from Cyprus?

About 4,477 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 46m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Benin?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Benin?

112 / 117 / 118.

Does Benin drive on the same side of the road as Cyprus?

Benin drives on the right, the opposite side to Cyprus. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Cyprus passport holders visit without a visa instead of Benin?

São Tomé and Príncipe, 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 Cyprus

Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, located off the coast of the Levant mainland in West Asia. The island of Cyprus, which is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, is divided along the United Nations Buffer Zone between the internationally recognised Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which is recognised only by Turkey. The south of the island also hosts the British sovereign military bases of Akrotiri and Dhekelia. The capital and largest city of Cyprus is Nicosia.

CapitalNicosia

RegionSouthern Europe

Population1.4M

Area9,251 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesGreek, Turkish

Calling code+357

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNicosia (UTC+3)

Nearest airportErcan International Airport (ECN), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 1400 / 199

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$41,783 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.1M (2019)

Climate in Nicosia

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

Monthly climate normals for Nicosia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	14.2°C	6°C	51mm	221h
February	15.3°C	6.7°C	45mm	220h
March	19.2°C	9.1°C	37mm	303h
April	23.5°C	11.7°C	49mm	337h
May	29.7°C	16.5°C	19mm	391h
June	33°C	18.8°C	4mm	411h
July	38.3°C	22.9°C	0mm	431h
August	37.9°C	23.2°C	1mm	397h
September	36.6°C	22.5°C	1mm	349h
October	31.2°C	18.5°C	1mm	331h
November	21.4°C	12.9°C	83mm	251h
December	18°C	9.5°C	45mm	250h

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

Cyprus is an island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey. It is one of the world’s oldest civilisations, with a history of over 11,000 years. Cyprus offers lots of archaeological sites, hiking trails through cedar forests, kilometres and kilometres of gorgeous beaches, and 300 days of sun a year.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Khirokitia
Painted Churches in the Troödos Region
Paphos

Upcoming public holidays

October 28, 2026Το Όχι

December 24, 2026Παραμονή Χριστουγέννων

December 25, 2026Χριστούγεννα

Full source list on About.

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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