Get a Benin Visa
Tourist Application Requirements for a Benin Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least one blank visa page
Copy of ID
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Proof of Travel Arrangements
A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Yellow Fever Certificate
This must be provided as a copy of the yellow fever certificate
Visa Application Form
Two fully completed and signed application forms
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Benin Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
- Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
- Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
- Have at least one blank visa page
Copy of ID
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
Proof of Travel Arrangements
A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Yellow Fever Certificate
This must be provided as a copy of the yellow fever certificate
Visa Application Form
Two fully completed and signed application forms
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Benin Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Benin visa?
The best time to apply for your Benin visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Benin visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Benin visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.
