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U.S. Minor Outlying IslandsBenin: e-Visa

U.S. Minor Outlying IslandsBenin

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Benin?

e-Visa

Yes. United States 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.

U.S. Minor Outlying Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Benin57 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Benin passport holders visiting U.S. Minor Outlying Islands: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Benin

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Benin?

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

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 United States 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.