Central African Republic
Benin
Benin visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by citizens of the Central African Republic for Benin, for stays of 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
Beninese citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
BeninCentral African Republic Visa-free, 90 days Central African Republic 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.
Before travelling from the Central African Republic to Benin, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 4 November 2026) 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 the Central African Republic can stay in Benin
Citizens of the Central African Republic may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for citizens of the Central African Republic
Burkina Faso admits citizens of the Central African Republic visa-free. Niger requires citizens of the Central African Republic to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to the Central African Republic
No visa is needed by Beninese citizens for the Central African Republic, for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the Central African Republic and Benin.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Benin?
No visa is needed by citizens of the Central African Republic for Benin, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Benin?
Citizens of the Central African Republic can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
No visa is needed by Beninese citizens for the Central African Republic, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can citizens of the Central African Republic enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Central African Republic can enter Benin 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.