South Sudan
Benin
Benin visa for South Sudanese citizens
Entry requirement
South Sudanese 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Beninese citizens travelling to South Sudan
BeninSouth Sudan e-Visa South Sudan 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.
South Sudanese 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 4 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Benin (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South Sudanese citizens can stay in Benin
South Sudanese citizens may stay in Benin for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Benin.
Benin’s neighbours for South Sudanese citizens
Niger requires South Sudanese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Beninese citizens travelling to South Sudan
Beninese citizens need a visa for South Sudan, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do South Sudanese citizens need a visa for Benin?
South Sudanese citizens do not need a visa for Benin: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can South Sudanese citizens stay in Benin?
South Sudanese citizens can stay in Benin for up to 90 days.
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for South Sudan?
Beninese citizens need a visa for South Sudan, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can South Sudanese citizens enter Benin visa-free?
Yes, South Sudanese citizens can enter Benin without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.