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Benin Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

German citizens need an e-Visa for Benin, applied for online at evisa.gouv.bj before travel; the e-Visa costs around USD 50-70 and is typically approved within 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated October 12, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with at least one blank page
  • Completed online e-Visa application at evisa.gouv.bj
  • A digital passport-style photo (plain background, taken within the last 6 months) uploaded during the application
  • Scanned copy of your passport bio page
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) and a return/onward ticket
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay
  • No biometrics collected online - fingerprints may be taken on arrival at Cadjehoun Airport
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Benin

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa: single entry, valid for use within 90 days of issue, permits a stay of up to 30 days, fee around USD 50
  • Business e-Visa: similar validity and stay, requires an invitation letter from a Beninese company, fee around USD 50-70
  • Multiple-entry e-Visa: available for frequent travelers, higher fee (around USD 80-100), valid up to 90 days

How to apply online

  • Go to the official portal evisa.gouv.bj and create an account
  • Fill in personal and travel details, upload your passport scan and photo
  • Pay the visa fee online by credit/debit card (fee charged in USD or local equivalent)
  • Processing typically takes 48-72 hours, though it can extend to 5 working days during peak periods
  • Approval is emailed as a PDF - print it and present it along with your passport on arrival at Cadjehoun International Airport (Cotonou)

Fees & processing time

  • Standard tourist e-Visa fee: approximately USD 50 (paid online, no separate service fee)
  • Business e-Visa: approximately USD 50-70
  • Standard processing: 48-72 hours
  • No official express option is advertised, but applying at least 1-2 weeks ahead is recommended to allow for any document resubmission

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply only through the official evisa.gouv.bj site - third-party sites may charge inflated fees for the same service
  • Make sure your yellow fever certificate is valid and matches your passport details exactly, as it is checked on arrival
  • Common rejection reasons include blurry photo uploads, passport scans with glare, and mismatched names between the passport and application form
  • Keep a printed and a digital copy of your e-Visa approval, since airline check-in staff in Germany may ask to see it before boarding
  • Benin's e-Visa system occasionally has downtime - start the application at least a week before departure

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.