Do you qualify?
- You are travelling for a holiday, sightseeing or to visit family or friends
- You won’t work or do business during your visit
- You have a return ticket and enough money for your stay
Documents you'll need
| Document | Details | Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Passport photo page scan, valid for at least 6 months | Required |
| Application form | Completed and checked by us before submission | We prepare |
| Photo | Recent passport-style colour photo | Required |
| Flight booking | Return flight booking | Required |
| Accommodation or invitation | Hotel booking, or an invitation from the people you’re visiting | Required |
We give you a full checklist for your circumstances at your consultation.
Do you need a Benin tourist visa?
British passport holders need a visa to visit Benin, and can apply online for an eVisa before travelling.
What a Benin tourist visa covers
A Benin tourist visa is for holidays, sightseeing and visiting family or friends in Benin. It doesn't cover business meetings or paid work. If you're travelling for business, see our Benin business visa page.
UK residents on other passports
UK residents on other passports usually apply the same way. The eVisa is linked to your passport, so travel on the passport you used to apply.
Benin tourist visa help from Manchester
We're based in Manchester city centre and handle Benin tourist visa applications for travellers across the UK, entirely online. Before you travel, read the UK government's foreign travel advice for Benin.
Before you travel to Benin
Check the UK government’s travel advice for Benin before you book, and again shortly before you go. It covers safety, local laws, health risks and the latest entry rules.
- Passport: most countries expect it to be valid for at least six months after you arrive, with blank pages for stamps. If yours is close to expiry, renew it first.
- Health: check the NHS fitfortravel website for Benin at least eight weeks before you travel, in case you need vaccinations or malaria tablets. Some countries ask for a yellow fever certificate if you’ve recently been somewhere with yellow fever.
- Insurance: take out travel insurance that covers medical treatment and getting you home, and check it’s valid for Benin.
- Bookings: carry copies of your return ticket and accommodation, as border officers can ask to see them.
We go through the entry requirements for your passport when we prepare your application, so you know exactly what to carry.
How we help
- Check your eligibility and confirm the right route at your consultation
- Give you a personalised document checklist
- Prepare and complete your application forms
- Review all evidence against the current rules before submission
- Keep you updated until you have a decision
Fees and timescales
| Service | Visa length | Official fee | Our fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tourist application completed and checked | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
| Urgent Everything in Standard, submitted the same working day | Ask us | – | Call for price | – |
The official fee is the fee charged by the country’s eVisa system. It can change, so we confirm it before you pay.
Delivery
Your eVisa is sent to you electronically, so there’s no passport to post. Delivery is a flat £5.
Common questions
Can I visit family on a Benin tourist visa?
Yes. Visiting family or friends is covered by the Benin tourist visa.
Can I work in Benin on a Benin tourist visa?
No. Working needs a work visa or permit. Contact us and we’ll explain the options.
How long does a Benin tourist visa take?
Usually a few working days, but processing times vary. Apply at least a week before you travel, and earlier in busy seasons.
Do I need travel insurance for Benin?
We strongly recommend it. Choose a policy that covers medical treatment and repatriation, and check it’s valid for your destination before you go.