🇦🇹Austria

🇧🇯BeninAT-BJ

Austria to Benin visa requirements

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Benin?

No. Benin now routes travelers through its eVisa system, which must be completed before departure. Do not rely on visa on arrival.

Q: How much does the Benin eVisa cost?

From EUR 50 for a single-entry 30-day visa, EUR 75 for multiple-entry 30 days, and EUR 100 for multiple-entry 90 days on the official portal.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Benin?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and must be administered at least 10 days before arrival. It is checked at the border.

Q: How long does the Benin eVisa take to process?

Standard processing is typically 24-72 hours after payment, but apply about 7-10 days before travel to allow for document checks.

Q: Where is the official Benin eVisa website?

The official Government of Benin portal is evisa.bj (served via evisa-ng.gouv.bj). Avoid third-party sites that add service fees.

Austrian passport holders need an eVisa to visit Benin for tourism. It must be obtained online before departure via the official portal (evisa.bj); there is no visa-free entry or visa on arrival for Austrians. Austrian ordinary passport holders require a visa to enter Benin and the standard, government-sanctioned channel is the eVisa applied for online before travel at the official portal (evisa.bj, served via evisa-ng.gouv.bj). Benin discontinued classic visa-on-arrival for most travelers and now routes applicants through this electronic system. Three tourist-eligible eVisa options exist: single entry for a 30-day stay (EUR 50), multiple entry for a 30-day stay (EUR 75), and multiple entry for a 90-day stay (EUR 100). Standard processing is fast, typically 24 to 72 hours, but applicants are advised to apply about a week to ten days ahead to allow for any document checks. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry and must be administered at least 10 days before arrival. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry and have a blank page. Benin is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route. Travelers should use only the official evisa.bj portal to avoid third-party markup; the verdict here is conservative and reflects the confirmed eVisa requirement.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (electronic visa, obtained online before travel)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single/multiple entry) or up to 90 days (multiple entry option)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple, depending on eVisa type selected

from issue date

Visa fee

From EUR 50 (single entry, 30 days) up to EUR 100 (multiple entry, 90 days), excluding any service fees

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 24-72 hours (apply ~7-10 days ahead to be safe)

standard track

Validity

30 days or 90 days from entry depending on type

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and documents

Verify your Austrian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date with a blank page, and obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate at least 10 days before travel.

· Passport 6+ months valid· Yellow fever certificate

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the official Government of Benin eVisa site at evisa.bj. Avoid unofficial third-party sites that add service fees and may not be authoritative.

· evisa.bj· Official only

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in personal and travel details, select the eVisa type (single entry 30 days, multiple entry 30 days, or multiple entry 90 days), and upload your passport bio page and a recent photo.

· Choose visa type· Upload documents

/04

Pay the eVisa fee

Pay the government fee online by card: EUR 50 single entry 30 days, EUR 75 multiple entry 30 days, or EUR 100 multiple entry 90 days. Processing begins only after successful payment.

· Card payment· EUR 50-100

/05

Receive and print the eVisa

Wait for approval (typically 24-72 hours), then download and print the eVisa approval letter to carry with you.

· 24-72 hours· Print copy

/06

Travel and present documents on arrival

At the Benin border, present your passport, printed eVisa, yellow fever certificate, and proof of onward travel and accommodation.

· Carry yellow card· Show eVisa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Austria -> Benin · eVisa (electronic visa, obtained online before travel)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredAustrian passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival, with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Benin eVisa (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (administered 10+ days before arrival)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo for the application

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedProof of onward or return travel

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredPayment card for the online eVisa fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesBenin Official eVisa Portal (e-Visa Benin, Government of Benin)Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Austrian citizens VisaVerge - Benin Visa Requirements Complete Guide

Application link included: Benin Official eVisa Portal (e-Visa Benin, Government of Benin)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa - single entry, 30-day stayEUR 50Most common option for a short tourist visit

eVisa - multiple entry, 30-day stayEUR 75For multiple entries within a 30-day window

eVisa - multiple entry, 90-day stayEUR 100For longer or multi-trip stays up to 90 days

Optional priority/service fee (third-party agents)Varies (avoidable)Only if using a non-official agent; not charged on official portal

Total estimateEUR 50 — EUR 100incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

24-72 hours

Typical turnaround on the official portal after payment; apply ~7-10 days ahead to allow for document checks.

Expedited processing (where offered)

24 hours or less

Some agents/options offer faster handling for an extra fee; not always necessary given fast standard times.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-free or visa-waiver agreement

Austria has no visa-waiver arrangement with Benin, so Austrian travelers cannot enter without prior authorization.

High

/02

Benin uses a centralized eVisa system

Benin requires most non-African travelers, including EU citizens, to obtain an eVisa online before arrival.

High

/03

Visa on arrival largely discontinued

Classic visa-on-arrival is no longer the standard route; the eVisa must be obtained before travel.

Medium

/04

Health entry requirement

A mandatory yellow fever vaccination certificate is enforced at the border alongside the eVisa.

High

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Austria to Benin route verified

Confirmed via the official Benin eVisa portal and corroborating sources that Austrian ordinary passport holders need an eVisa (EUR 50-100), with mandatory yellow fever vaccination; no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel.

/09 — The questions