Beninese Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Beninese passport holders can visit 35 countries visa-free, plus 63 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Beninese passport is ranked #131 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Beninese passport grants its holder access to 35 countries without a visa. For 51 nations, an e-visa is necessary for travel. In 12 countries, a visa can be obtained upon arrival. However, 95 countries necessitate a pre-approved visa.

The Republic of Benin, in West Africa, has a population of approximately 12 million people. It is one of Africa's most stable democracies. The official language is French, with a diverse range of indigenous languages also spoken.

The Beninese passport ranks moderately in terms of travel freedom. Its holders enjoy visa-free access to a number of countries, reflecting Benin's international standing and relations with other nations.

Some destinations that require a visa for Beninese passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Beninese passport holders are Togo, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire and Niger.

Visa free countries

So, where can Benineses travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Benin citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇧🇸 Bahamas (90 days)
🇧🇧 Barbados (90 days)
🇨🇺 Cuba (90 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (90 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇬🇩 Grenada (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (1 month)

Africa

🇧🇫 Burkina Faso (N/A)
🇨🇻 Cape Verde (N/A)
🇨🇫 Central African Republic (3 months)
🇹🇩 Chad (N/A)
🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire (N/A)
🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
🇬🇭 Ghana (N/A)
🇬🇳 Guinea (N/A)
🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau (N/A)
🇰🇪 Kenya (60 days)
🇱🇷 Liberia (N/A)
🇱🇾 Libya (90 days)
🇲🇱 Mali (N/A)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
🇳🇪 Niger (N/A)
🇳🇬 Nigeria (N/A)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (90 days)
🇸🇳 Senegal (90 days)
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone (N/A)
🇿🇦 South Africa (30 days)
🇹🇬 Togo (N/A)
🇹🇳 Tunisia (N/A)

Asia

🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Beninese passport holders visit without a visa?

Beninese passport holders can visit 35 countries visa-free, plus 63 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Beninese passport holders?

Beninese passport holders can travel visa-free to Togo, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, Mali, Liberia, and 27 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Benin citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Benin, 35 are visa-free, 51 can be visited with an e-visa and 12 with a visa on arrival, while 95 require a visa, as of October 2026.