Madagascar
Benin
Benin visa for Malagasy citizens
Entry requirement
Benin admits Malagasy 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 Madagascar
BeninMadagascar Visa on arrival Madagascar 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 Madagascar 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 Malagasy citizens can stay in Benin
Malagasy citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for Malagasy citizens
Niger requires Malagasy citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to Madagascar
Beninese citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Benin?
Benin admits Malagasy citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Malagasy citizens stay in Benin?
Malagasy citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Beninese citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Can Malagasy citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, Malagasy 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.