São Tomé and PríncipeBenin: Visa-free
São Tomé and Príncipe
Benin
Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Benin?
Visa-free
No. São Tomé and Príncipe 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).
Travelling the other way? Benin passport holders visiting São Tomé and Príncipe: Visa required.
Other visa-free destinations for São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Benin?
No. São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders do not need a visa to visit Benin for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
How long can São Tomé and Príncipe citizens stay in Benin without a visa?
Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.
How far is Benin from São Tomé and Príncipe?
About 825 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 28m 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.