Mauritius
Benin
Benin visa for Mauritian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Mauritian citizens for Benin, 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 Mauritius
BeninMauritius Visa-free, 90 days Mauritius 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.
Mauritian citizens planning a trip to Benin can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Mauritian citizens can stay in Benin
Mauritian citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for Mauritian citizens
Niger requires Mauritian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to Mauritius
Mauritius admits Beninese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Mauritius and Benin.
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritian citizens need a visa for Benin?
No visa is needed by Mauritian citizens for Benin, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Mauritian citizens stay in Benin?
Mauritian citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Mauritius?
Mauritius admits Beninese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Mauritian citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, Mauritian 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.