Botswana
Benin
Benin visa for citizens of Botswana
Entry requirement
Citizens of Botswana do not need a visa for Benin: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- 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
Beninese citizens travelling to Botswana
BeninBotswana e-Visa Botswana visa for citizens of Benin
Travel advice for Benin
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
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 Botswana to Benin, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Benin at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 6 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Benin (updated 15 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Benin (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Botswana can stay in Benin
Citizens of Botswana may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for citizens of Botswana
Niger requires citizens of Botswana to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to Botswana
Beninese citizens need an e-Visa for Botswana, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Benin?
Citizens of Botswana do not need a visa for Benin: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Benin?
Citizens of Botswana can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Botswana?
Beninese citizens need an e-Visa for Botswana, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of Botswana enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, citizens of Botswana can enter Benin without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
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.