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Benin Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Canadian citizens need an e-visa for Benin, applied for online via the official e-visa portal for about USD 50, typically processed within 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed online application on the official Benin e-visa portal
  • A digital passport-style photo uploaded during the application
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Biometrics: not required for the e-visa application itself
  • Travel health insurance: recommended, and proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry

Visa types

  • Short-stay e-visa (tourist/business): single or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days, approximately USD 50
  • Transit e-visa: for short stopovers, lower fee and shorter validity
  • Longer-stay or work visas require application directly through the Benin embassy or consulate

How to apply online

  • Apply at the official e-visa portal (evisa.gouv.bj)
  • Steps: create an account, complete the application form, upload passport scan and photo, upload proof of yellow fever vaccination, pay the fee online, and receive the e-visa by email
  • Fee: approximately USD 50 for the standard short-stay e-visa, payable by credit/debit card
  • Processing time: typically 48-72 hours, though it can take longer during peak periods
  • Approval arrives as a PDF e-visa to print and present on arrival along with your passport

Fees & processing time

  • E-visa fee: approximately USD 50 for a short-stay single-entry visa
  • No separate VFS/BLS service fee, application is direct through the government portal
  • Total cost estimate: about USD 50-60 including card processing charges
  • Standard processing time: 48-72 hours
  • Express/priority option: not officially offered; apply early to avoid delays

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Apply at least a week before travel to allow for processing and to arrange your yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Common rejection reasons include missing or expired yellow fever proof and low-quality photo uploads
  • Only use the official evisa.gouv.bj portal; unofficial sites may charge excessive fees
  • Print your e-visa approval and carry it alongside your passport and vaccination certificate
  • For stays beyond the granted validity, contact Benin's immigration authorities before the e-visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.