Benin
Central African Republic
Central African Republic visa for Beninese citizens
Entry requirement
Beninese citizens can visit the Central African Republic without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of the Central African Republic travelling to Benin
Central African RepublicBenin Visa-free, 90 days Benin visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
Travel advice for the Central African Republic
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Benin to the Central African Republic, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates the Central African Republic at Level 4, do not travel (updated 14 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of the Central African Republic (updated 28 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for the Central African Republic (updated 22 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Beninese citizens can stay in the Central African Republic
Beninese citizens may stay in the Central African Republic for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Central African Republic.
The Central African Republic’s neighbours for Beninese citizens
Chad admits Beninese citizens visa-free. Sudan requires Beninese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Citizens of the Central African Republic travelling to Benin
Citizens of the Central African Republic can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Benin and the Central African Republic.
Frequently asked questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Beninese citizens can visit the Central African Republic without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Beninese citizens stay in the Central African Republic?
Beninese citizens can stay in the Central African Republic for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Benin?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Beninese citizens enter the Central African Republic visa-free?
Yes, Beninese citizens can enter the Central African Republic without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.