MicronesiaBenin: e-Visa

MicronesiaBenin

Do Micronesia passport holders need a visa for Benin?

e-Visa

Yes. Micronesia 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 of2026-10-14

Distance16,921 km, straight line (~20h 24m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Benin

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

Other visa-free destinations for Micronesia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Micronesia passport holders need a visa for Benin?

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

How far is Benin from Micronesia?

About 16,921 km in a straight line, roughly ~20h 24m 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 Micronesia passport holders visit without a visa instead of Benin?

Liberia, Chad, 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 Micronesia

Micronesia is a subregion of Oceania, consisting of approximately 2,000 small islands in the Northwestern Pacific Ocean. It has a close shared cultural history with three other island regions: Maritime Southeast Asia to the west, Polynesia to the east, and Melanesia to the south, as well as with the wider community of Austronesian peoples.

CapitalPalikir

RegionMicronesia

Population113.7K

Area702 km²

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+691

Drives on theright

TimezonePohnpei (UTC+11)

Nearest airportPohnpei International Airport (PNI), 8 km

Emergency number111 / 911

UNESCO sites1

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$4,414 (2025)

Tourist arrivals18K (2019)

Climate in Palikir

Warmest August, coolest December, driest March, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Palikir, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	25.7°C	23°C	204mm	325h
February	25.7°C	23°C	164mm	308h
March	25.9°C	23°C	118mm	336h
April	25.7°C	23.1°C	208mm	281h
May	25.8°C	23.3°C	364mm	283h
June	25.8°C	22.9°C	239mm	302h
July	26°C	22.8°C	212mm	338h
August	26.5°C	23.1°C	171mm	335h
September	26.2°C	23°C	190mm	285h
October	25.8°C	23°C	325mm	288h
November	25.8°C	22.9°C	351mm	263h
December	25.4°C	22.8°C	417mm	254h

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

Micronesia, in northwest Oceania, is the home of tropical and subtropical islands in the Pacific Ocean. With the exceptions of Kiribati and Nauru, most of Micronesia is associated with the United States.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Nan Madol

Upcoming public holidays

October 1, 2026Constitution Day

October 9, 2026Teachers' Appreciation Day

October 23, 2026United Nations Day

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 ≈ 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.