🇫🇮FINLAND

🏳BJFI-BJ

Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit BJ?

Q: Where do I apply for the Benin eVisa?

Use the official government portal at evisa.bj. Avoid third-party websites that charge extra service fees.

Q: How much does the Benin eVisa cost?

EUR 50 for a 30-day single-entry visa, EUR 75 for a 30-day multiple-entry visa, and EUR 100 for a 90-day multiple-entry visa.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travellers aged 9 months and over entering Benin, and may be checked on arrival.

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Typically 48 to 96 hours. Apply at least 7 days before your planned arrival to allow for delays.

Q: How long can I stay in Benin on the eVisa?

Up to 30 days on the single-entry or 30-day multiple-entry visa, or up to 90 days on the 90-day multiple-entry visa, counted from your date of entry.

Finnish passport holders need a visa for Benin and must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) online via the official portal evisa.bj before travelling. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. A Finland ordinary passport holder cannot enter Benin visa-free. Benin requires a visa for Finnish nationals, and the standard route for tourists is the official electronic visa (eVisa) applied for online at evisa.bj before departure. There is no Schengen rule here as Benin is in West Africa, not the Schengen area. The eVisa is offered in three tiers: single-entry valid 30 days (EUR 50), multiple-entry valid 30 days (EUR 75), and multiple-entry valid 90 days (EUR 100). Applications are processed in roughly 48 to 96 hours, and travellers should apply at least a week before arrival. The passport must be valid for at least six months on arrival. Crucially, Benin is a yellow fever endemic country: a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all travellers aged nine months and over, and immigration may check it on arrival. Travellers should carry a printed copy of the eVisa approval and the yellow fever certificate.

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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay

Maximum stay

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

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple depending on visa type chosen

from issue date

Visa fee

From EUR 50 (30-day single-entry) up to EUR 100 (90-day multiple-entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 48-96 hours (apply at least 7 days before travel)

standard track

Validity

30 or 90 days from date of entry depending on visa type

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Ensure your Finnish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned arrival date and has a blank page. Confirm Benin is not visa-free for you (it is not for Finland).

· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Get your yellow fever vaccination

Obtain a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and keep the international certificate (carte jaune). It is mandatory for entry to Benin.

· Mandatory· 10 days before travel

/03

Apply on the official portal

Go to the official Benin e-Visa platform at evisa.bj. Avoid third-party sites that charge mark-ups. Complete the application form with your personal, passport and travel details.

· evisa.bj· Official only

/04

Upload documents and pay

Upload a passport bio-page scan and a passport-style photo, then pay the visa fee online by card (EUR 50-100 depending on type).

· Card payment· Passport scan + photo

/05

Receive and print the eVisa

Wait for approval (typically 48-96 hours) delivered by email. Print at least one paper copy of the approved eVisa.

· Email delivery· Print copy

/06

Travel and present documents on arrival

At the Benin border (e.g. Cotonou airport), present your passport, printed eVisa and yellow fever certificate to immigration.

· Cotonou airport· Carry printouts

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Finnish passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with a blank page

required

Approved Benin eVisa (printed paper copy)

required

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (international carte jaune)

required

Digital passport bio-page scan for the application

required

Passport-style photograph for upload

required

Credit/debit card to pay the eVisa fee online

required

Confirmed return or onward travel ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation or hotel booking

recommended

Travel/health insurance covering Benin

recommended

Malaria prophylaxis consultation before travel

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa single-entry (30 days)EUR 50One entry, stay up to 30 days

eVisa multiple-entry (30 days)EUR 75Multiple entries within 30-day validity

eVisa multiple-entry (90 days)EUR 100Multiple entries within 90-day validity

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (approx. EUR 50-90 in Finland)Paid at a clinic; mandatory for entry

Total estimateEUR 50 — EUR 100incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

48-96 hours

Official evisa.bj processing window; apply at least 7 days before departure to be safe.

Expedited / priority

As fast as ~1-24 hours

Some channels advertise faster turnaround, but timing is not guaranteed; the official portal is the safest route.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Benin requires a visa for Finnish nationals

Finland is not on Benin's visa-exempt list, so a visa must be obtained before entry.

High

/02

eVisa is the standard tourist channel

Benin operates an official online eVisa system at evisa.bj, removing the need to visit an embassy.

High

/03

Yellow fever certificate is mandatory

Benin is yellow fever endemic; proof of vaccination is required at the border for travellers aged 9 months and over.

High

/04

Passport validity shortfall

Passports with less than 6 months validity on arrival can lead to refused boarding or entry.

Medium

/05

Using unofficial third-party sites

Travellers risk overpaying or fraud if they avoid the official evisa.bj portal.

Medium

/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

Finland to Benin route verified

Confirmed via the official Benin e-Visa platform (evisa.bj) and Finnish MFA that Finnish ordinary passport holders require an eVisa; verified fee tiers (EUR 50/75/100), processing time and mandatory yellow fever certificate.

/09 — The questions