Document Requirements for Benin Visa

To apply for the Benin e-Visa, applicants must provide the required documents and certain travel-related information. The section below explains these requirements in detail. 

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Required Documents for Benin eVisa Application

To apply for the Benin eVisa, the applicant must submit the following documents. 

Scanned Copy of the Passport Bio-Page 

Upload a clear colour copy of your passport bio-data page.

Please ensure that: 

• The entire page is visible, including all four corners.
• All text, numbers, and code lines (MRZ) at the bottom are clear and readable.
• The image is not blurry, tilted, cropped, or black-and-white.
• Nothing covers the passport page, including fingerprints, shadows, glare, or marks.

Travel, Accommodation, and Financial Requirements

In the application form provide your residential address in your home country and your address in Benin. You must also declare your means of financial subsistence and how you plan to return home.

Any detail you enter in the application form must be supported by physical proof. Authorities at arrival may ask you to present this documentation.

Documents You May Be Asked to Present on Arrival

Carry proof that supports the details you have declared. Accepted documents include:

• Proof of return or onward travel
• Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay
• Confirmation of your accommodation in Benin

Note: The Benin online eVisa application does not require you to upload any supporting documents - only your passport.

If additional documents are required, the visa support team will contact the applicant using the email address or phone number provided in the application form. 

Document Upload Guidelines

Please read the following information carefully before submitting the document.

• Unclear or poor-quality uploads may cause processing delays or require resubmission.
• The applicant can submit multiple copies of the required documents, so we can choose the one that best meets the Benin visa requirements. 
• Passports nearing expiry should be renewed before the application process begins. 
• Applicants who are unsure about document requirements or scan quality should contact the Benin Visa Support Team. 

FAQs

Do I need to submit original documents for a Benin eVisa? Are hotel bookings or invitation letters mandatory for the application? Do children need a separate Benin eVisa? What types of Benin visas are available through the eVisa system?