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Djibouti visa for Beninese citizens
Entry requirement
Beninese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Benin
DjiboutiBenin Visa-free, 90 days Benin visa for citizens of Djibouti
Travel advice for Djibouti
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Benin to Djibouti, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Djibouti at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 5 March 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Djibouti (updated 27 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Djibouti (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Beninese citizens can stay in Djibouti
Beninese citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How Beninese citizens apply
Beninese citizens receive the visa for Djibouti at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Djibouti’s neighbours for Beninese citizens
Eritrea requires Beninese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Benin
Djiboutian citizens can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
Beninese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Beninese citizens stay in Djibouti?
Beninese citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Benin?
Djiboutian citizens can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Beninese citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; Beninese citizens need a visa on arrival in Djibouti.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.