Holy See
Benin
Apostolic Nunciature in Benin
1 embassy
The Holy See is represented in Benin by 1 mission: an apostolic nunciature in Cotonou. Beninese citizens need a visa for the Holy See, obtained before travel.
Apostolic Nunciature in Cotonou
The Holy See has its apostolic nunciature in Cotonou.
Holy See visa for Beninese citizens
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The Holy See requires Beninese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Benin’s missions in the Holy See
Benin has no mission in the Holy See on record; Beninese citizens there would be served by an embassy accredited from another country.
Good to know
The Holy See in Benin
Worldwide, the Holy See has 88 missions in 85 countries; one of them is in Benin.
Travel to Benin for citizens of the Holy See
Citizens of the Holy See need an e-Visa for Benin, applied for online before travel.
When the apostolic nunciature of the Holy See in Benin is closed
The apostolic nunciature of the Holy See 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 the Holy See, such as Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the apostolic nunciature of the Holy See in Benin?
The apostolic nunciature of the Holy See is in Cotonou.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
Beninese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See.
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Benin?
Citizens of the Holy See need an e-Visa for Benin, applied for online before travel.
Does Benin have an embassy in the Holy See?
No mission of Benin in the Holy See is on record.