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Benin
Benin visa for Kenyan citizens
Entry requirement
Kenyan citizens can visit Benin without a visa for 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 Kenya
BeninKenya Visa-free, 60 days Kenya 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 Kenya 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 Kenyan citizens can stay in Benin
Kenyan citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for Kenyan citizens
Niger requires Kenyan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to Kenya
Beninese citizens can visit Kenya without a visa for up to 60 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Kenya and Benin.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Benin?
Kenyan citizens can visit Benin without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Kenyan citizens stay in Benin?
Kenyan citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Kenya?
Beninese citizens can visit Kenya without a visa for up to 60 days.
Can Kenyan citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, Kenyan 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.