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Canadian Embassy in Benin

1 embassy

Canada is represented in Benin by 1 mission: an embassy in Cotonou. Beninese citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.

Canadian Embassy in Cotonou

Embassy of Canada in Cotonou

Embassy · Cotonou

Address: 360 Rue, Boulevard de la Marina, DIBOUSSE building, Ground floor, South-East side, Cotonou

At 360 Rue, Boulevard de la Marina, DIBOUSSE building, Ground floor, South-East side, Cotonou, the Canadian embassy represents Canada towards Benin.

Canada visa for Beninese citizens

BeninCanada Visa required Canada visa for citizens of Benin

CanadaBenin e-Visa Benin visa for citizens of Canada

Canada visa requirements for citizens of Benin

Visitor visa (temporary resident visa, TRV)
Transit visa
Study and work permits (brief)
Fee: CA$100
4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Beninese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada. From Benin, the application is made at the Canadian embassy in Cotonou or through a visa centre appointed by Canada.

Benin’s missions in Canada

Missions of Benin in Canada (1)

In return, Benin has an embassy in Canada, in Ottawa.

Good to know

Canada in Benin

Worldwide, Canada has 263 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Benin.

Travel to Benin for Canadian citizens

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Benin, applied for online before travel. In Benin, Canadian citizens can turn to the Canadian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Canadian embassy in Benin is closed

The Canadian embassy in Benin closes on Benin’s public holidays, the next being National Day on Monday 30 November 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Canada, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.