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Philippines to Benin visa requirements

Q: How much does the Benin eVisa cost?

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

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Typically between 1 and 96 hours. Apply at least 7 days before your travel date to allow for any delays.

Q: Is there a visa-on-arrival option for Filipinos?

No confirmed visa-on-arrival exists for Philippine passport holders. You must secure the eVisa before departure.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry into Benin. Carry it together with your printed eVisa.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival in Benin and have at least one blank page.

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Benin, but they can apply online for an eVisa through the official government portal (evisa.bj) before travel. No paper embassy visa or visa-on-arrival is required for tourism. Choose the 30-day single-entry option (EUR 50) for a typical short visit. Benin is not in the Schengen area and does not grant visa-free entry to Philippine citizens. Filipinos must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) before arrival via Benin's official platform at evisa.bj. The eVisa comes in three tiers: 30-day single entry (EUR 50), 30-day multiple entry (EUR 75), and 90-day multiple entry (EUR 100). Applications are submitted entirely online with a scanned passport bio-page and a digital photo, paid by card, and processed within roughly 1 to 96 hours (officially up to four days). Travelers should apply at least 7 days before departure. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry into Benin. Recent 2024-2026 changes to Benin's visa policy (adding Bahamas in January 2024 and Grenada in April 2025 to the visa-exempt list) do not affect Philippine passport holders, who remain eVisa-eligible. Because no confirmed visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel exists for Filipinos, the eVisa is the correct route.

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)

Maximum stay

30 days (single or multiple entry); 90 days multiple-entry option available

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple, depending on tier chosen

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 50 (30-day single entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 1-96 hours; apply at least 7 days before travel

standard track

Validity

Valid for the stated stay period from entry; use within validity window shown on approval

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and documents

Verify your Philippine passport is valid for at least 6 months from your planned date of arrival in Benin and has a blank page. Prepare a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate

/02

Open the official eVisa portal

Go to the Government of Benin's official eVisa platform at evisa.bj. Avoid third-party agency sites that charge extra service fees.

· evisa.bj· Official government site

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in personal details, passport information, travel dates, and select your visa tier (30-day single, 30-day multiple, or 90-day multiple entry).

· Select visa tier

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload a scanned copy of your passport bio-data page and a recent passport-style photo. Have proof of onward/return travel and accommodation ready.

· Passport scan· Digital photo

/05

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the applicable fee (from EUR 50) by credit or debit card through the secure portal.

· Card payment

/06

Receive eVisa and print it

Wait for approval (typically within 96 hours), then download and print the eVisa. Carry the printout plus your yellow fever certificate for presentation on arrival.

· Print eVisa· Carry on arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival date

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

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

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

required

RequiredApproved Benin eVisa printout

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RequiredScanned passport bio-data page (for application)

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo

Use the official size, background, and recency rules 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

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredCredit or debit card for online payment

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

required

RecommendedSufficient funds for the duration of stay

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

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 (Government of Benin)Visa policy of Benin - Wikipedia Portail National des services publics du Bénin

Application link included: Benin Official eVisa Portal (Government of Benin)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa 30-day single entryEUR 50Standard tourist option for a short visit

eVisa 30-day multiple entryEUR 75For multiple entries within 30 days

eVisa 90-day multiple entryEUR 100Longer stay, multiple entries

Total estimateEUR 50 — EUR 100incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

1-96 hours (apply 7+ days ahead)

Official online processing through evisa.bj; submit at least one week before departure to allow for any delays.

Expedited (third-party agencies)

24-48 hours

Some agencies advertise faster turnaround for an added service fee; the official portal is the recommended channel.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Philippines is not on Benin's visa-exempt list

Benin's visa-free access is limited to African Union states and a short list of other countries; the Philippines is not included.

High

/02

eVisa is the designated entry channel

Benin operates a mandatory online eVisa system for most non-exempt nationalities, including Filipinos, in place of paper embassy visas.

High

/03

No visa-on-arrival for Philippine passports

There is no confirmed visa-on-arrival channel for Filipino tourists; the eVisa must be obtained before travel.

Medium

/04

Yellow fever entry requirement

Benin requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry, independent of visa status.

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

Philippines to Benin route verified

Confirmed via official evisa.bj portal and Benin visa policy references that Philippine ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (from EUR 50, 30-day single entry); no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel applies.

/09 — The questions