TuvaluBenin: e-Visa
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Benin
Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Benin?
e-Visa
Yes. Tuvalu 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).
Travelling the other way? Benin passport holders visiting Tuvalu: Visa on arrival.
Benin drives on the right, the opposite side to Tuvalu. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
Visa-free alternatives near Benin
Tuvalu passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:
Other visa-free destinations for Tuvalu passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Benin?
Yes. Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Benin, available online as an e-visa before travel.
How far is Benin from Tuvalu?
About 19,557 km in a straight line, roughly ~23h 30m 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 Tuvalu?
Benin drives on the right, the opposite side to Tuvalu. 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 Tuvalu passport holders visit without a visa instead of Benin?
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.