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Poland to Benin visa requirements

Q: How much does a Benin tourist eVisa cost for Polish travelers?

The standard 30-day single-entry eVisa costs EUR 50. A 30-day multiple-entry visa is EUR 75, and a 90-day multiple-entry visa is EUR 100.

Q: How long does it take to get the Benin eVisa?

Approval is usually issued within 24 to 72 hours by email. You can apply between 7 and 90 days before travel, so apply at least a week in advance.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Benin?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry to Benin and may be checked on arrival.

Q: Is Benin part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Benin is in West Africa and is not a Schengen country. The Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply; you need a Benin eVisa instead.

Q: What is the official website to apply for the Benin eVisa?

The official government portal is evisa.bj, operated by the Government of the Republic of Benin. Avoid third-party sites that charge extra service fees.

Polish ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to visit Benin for tourism. Apply online before travel at the official portal evisa.bj; there is no visa on arrival. Poland is not on Benin's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary Polish passport holder must obtain a Benin eVisa before traveling for tourism. The eVisa is applied for entirely online through the official government portal (evisa.bj) within 7 to 90 days of the planned arrival date. The most common option is a 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa costing EUR 50, with multiple-entry and 90-day options also available. Approval is usually issued within 24-72 hours by email, and travelers must print the eVisa to present on arrival. Critically, visas are NOT available on arrival at any Benin airport, land, or sea border, so the eVisa must be secured in advance. Benin is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. A passport valid for at least six months is recommended, and yellow fever vaccination is required for entry.

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) - tourism / short visit

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry); 90-day options available

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry depending on visa type selected

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 50 (30-day single entry); EUR 75 (30-day multiple); EUR 100 (90-day multiple)

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 24-72 hours (apply at least 7 days ahead)

standard track

Validity

Valid from date of arrival for the selected duration (30 or 90 days)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and documents

Verify your ordinary Polish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival and has a blank page. Prepare a digital passport scan and a recent passport-style photo.

· Passport 6+ months· Digital photo

/02

Get a yellow fever vaccination

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry to Benin. Get vaccinated and keep your International Certificate of Vaccination, as it may be checked at the application stage and on arrival.

· Mandatory· Carry certificate

/03

Apply online at the official portal

Go to the official Benin government eVisa site evisa.bj. Apply between 7 and 90 days before travel. Select the tourist visa type (e.g., 30-day single entry) and complete the application form.

· evisa.bj· 7-90 days before

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the EUR 50 fee (single entry) by credit or debit card directly on the portal. Save the payment confirmation.

· Card payment· EUR 50

/05

Receive and print your eVisa

Wait for approval, usually within 24-72 hours, delivered by email. Print a paper copy of the approved eVisa to carry with you.

· Email delivery· Print copy

/06

Present on arrival in Benin

Show your printed eVisa, passport, and yellow fever certificate to immigration at Cotonou airport or your port of entry. Remember: no visa is issued on arrival.

· No VOA· Printed eVisa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPolish ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

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 (printed copy)