Niger
Benin
Benin visa for Nigerien citizens
Entry requirement
Nigerien citizens do not need a visa for Benin: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- 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 Niger
BeninNiger Visa-free Niger 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 Niger 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Nigerien citizens can stay in Benin
Nigerien citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for Nigerien citizens
Togo, Burkina Faso and Nigeria admit Nigerien citizens visa-free.
Beninese citizens travelling to Niger
Niger admits Beninese citizens without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between Niger and Benin.
Frequently asked questions
Do Nigerien citizens need a visa for Benin?
Nigerien citizens do not need a visa for Benin: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Nigerien citizens stay in Benin?
Nigerien citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Niger?
Niger admits Beninese citizens without a visa.
Can Nigerien citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, Nigerien 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.