Benin
Niger
Niger visa for Beninese citizens
Entry requirement
Beninese citizens do not need a visa to travel to Niger.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nigerien citizens travelling to Benin
NigerBenin Visa-free, 90 days Benin visa for citizens of Niger
Travel advice for Niger
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole 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.
Beninese citizens planning a trip to Niger can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Niger at Level 4, do not travel (updated 8 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Niger (updated 23 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Niger (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Beninese citizens can stay in Niger
No maximum stay in Niger is given in the data for Beninese citizens; the border officer sets it on entry.
Niger’s neighbours for Beninese citizens
Chad, Burkina Faso, Nigeria and Mali admit Beninese citizens visa-free. Algeria requires Beninese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Nigerien citizens travelling to Benin
Nigerien citizens can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Benin and Niger.
Frequently asked questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Niger?
Beninese citizens do not need a visa to travel to Niger.
Do Nigerien citizens need a visa for Benin?
Nigerien citizens can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Beninese citizens enter Niger visa-free?
Yes, Beninese citizens can enter Niger without a visa.
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.