Ethiopia
Benin
Benin visa for Ethiopian citizens
Entry requirement
Benin admits Ethiopian citizens without a visa 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
Beninese citizens travelling to Ethiopia
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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 Ethiopia 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 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 Ethiopian citizens can stay in Benin
Ethiopian citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for Ethiopian citizens
Niger requires Ethiopian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to Ethiopia
Ethiopia issues Beninese citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Benin?
Benin admits Ethiopian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Ethiopian citizens stay in Benin?
Ethiopian citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Ethiopia issues Beninese citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Can Ethiopian citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, Ethiopian citizens 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.