Benin Passport Ranking 2026

Explore Benin passport power with access to 32 visa-free destinations. Ranked #147 globally.

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Benin Passport

Rank #147 globally
32
Visa-free destinations
98
Easy Access Countries
81.1
Mobility Score

Global Passport Power Ranking

Visa Requirements for Benin Citizens

Detailed visa information for Benin passport holders traveling worldwide

Rank Destination Visa Type Duration
#1 Spain Visa Required -
#2 United Arab Emirates eVisa 90 days
#3 Denmark Visa Required -
#4 Finland Visa Required -
#5 France Visa Required -
#6 Sweden Visa Required -
#7 Italy Visa Required -
#8 Germany Visa Required -
#9 Belgium Visa Required -
#10 Netherlands Visa Required -
#11 Luxembourg Visa Required -
#12 Austria Visa Required -
#13 Portugal Visa Required -
#14 Singapore Visa Free 30 days
#15 Norway Visa Required -
#16 Switzerland Visa Required -
#17 Greece Visa Required -
#18 Ireland Visa Required -
#19 South Korea eVisa 90 days
#20 Poland Visa Required -
#21 Hungary Visa Required -
#22 Japan Visa Required -
#23 Slovakia Visa Required -
#24 Croatia Visa Required -
#25 Czech Republic Visa Required -
#26 New Zealand Visa Required -
#27 Estonia Visa Required -
#28 Malta Visa Required -
#29 Australia eVisa 90 days
#30 Slovenia Visa Required -
#31 Latvia Visa Required -
#32 Malaysia Visa Free 30 days
#33 Cyprus Visa Required -
#34 Lithuania Visa Required -
#35 Romania Visa Required -
#36 United Kingdom Visa Required -
#37 Bulgaria Visa Required -
#38 Iceland Visa Required -
#39 Liechtenstein Visa Required -
#40 Canada Visa Required -
#41 United States Visa Required -
#42 Monaco Visa Required -
#43 Brazil Visa Required -
#44 Argentina Visa Required -
#45 Chile Visa Required -
#46 Hong Kong Visa Free 14 days
#47 Barbados Visa Free 90 days
#48 Andorra Visa Required -
#49 San Marino Visa Required -
#50 Israel Visa Required -
#51 Bahamas Visa Free 90 days
#52 Uruguay Visa Required -
#53 Saint Kitts and Nevis eVisa 90 days
#54 Brunei Visa Required -
#55 Mexico Visa Required -
#56 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Visa Free 90 days
#57 Antigua and Barbuda eVisa 90 days
#58 Trinidad and Tobago Visa Required -
#59 Ukraine Visa Required -
#60 Seychelles Visa Free 90 days
#61 Peru Visa Required -
#62 Costa Rica Visa Required -
#63 Vatican Visa Required -
#64 Grenada Visa Required -
#65 Saint Lucia Visa on Arrival 30 days
#66 Paraguay Visa Required -
#67 Panama Visa Required -
#68 Macao Visa on Arrival 30 days
#69 Mauritius Visa Free 90 days
#70 Dominica Visa Free 21 days
#71 Serbia Visa Required -
#72 Solomon Islands Visa Required -
#73 Colombia eVisa 90 days
#74 Guatemala Visa Required -
#75 El Salvador eVisa 90 days
#76 Samoa Visa on Arrival 30 days
#77 Honduras Visa Required -
#78 Montenegro Visa Required -
#79 Taiwan Visa Required -
#80 Tuvalu Visa on Arrival 30 days
#81 Tonga Visa Required -
#82 North Macedonia Visa Required -
#83 Georgia eVisa 90 days
#84 Kiribati Visa Required -
#85 Marshall Islands Visa Required -
#86 Nicaragua Visa on Arrival 30 days
#87 Palau Visa on Arrival 30 days
#88 Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa Required -
#89 Micronesia Visa Free 30 days
#90 Venezuela Visa Required -
#91 Albania eVisa 90 days
#92 Moldova eVisa 90 days
#93 Russia Visa Required -
#94 Turkey Visa Required -
#95 Qatar eVisa 90 days
#96 Timor Leste Visa on Arrival 30 days
#97 South Africa Visa Free 30 days
#98 Belize Visa Required -
#99 Kuwait Visa Required -
#100 Jamaica Visa Required -
#101 Maldives Visa on Arrival 30 days
#102 Fiji Visa Required -
#103 Ecuador Visa Free 90 days
#104 Vanuatu Visa Required -
#105 Saudi Arabia Visa Required -
#106 Guyana Visa Required -
#107 Kosovo Visa Required -
#108 Bahrain eVisa 90 days
#109 Indonesia eVisa 90 days
#110 Thailand Visa Required -
#111 Belarus Visa Required -
#112 Nauru Visa Required -
#113 Oman eVisa 90 days
#114 China Visa Required -
#115 Suriname Visa Required -
#116 Kazakhstan eVisa 90 days
#117 Bolivia Visa on Arrival 30 days
#118 Papua New Guinea eVisa 90 days
#119 Botswana eVisa 90 days
#120 Morocco Visa Required -
#121 Swaziland Visa Required -
#122 Lesotho eVisa 90 days
#123 Dominican Republic Visa Required -
#124 Namibia Visa on Arrival 30 days
#125 Mongolia eVisa 90 days
#126 Azerbaijan Visa Required -
#127 Philippines Visa Free 30 days
#128 Malawi Visa on Arrival 30 days
#129 Tunisia Visa Free 90 days
#130 Ghana Visa Free 90 days
#131 Kenya eTA Required 90 days
#132 Armenia Visa Required -
#133 Gambia Visa Free 90 days
#134 Cuba Visa Free 90 days
#135 Kyrgyzstan eVisa 90 days
#136 India eVisa 90 days
#137 Tanzania Visa on Arrival 30 days
#138 Cape Verde Visa Free 90 days
#139 Zambia eVisa 90 days
#140 Uzbekistan Visa Required -
#141 Uganda eVisa 90 days
#142 Senegal Visa Free 90 days
#143 Sierra Leone Visa Free 90 days
#144 Rwanda Visa Free 90 days
#145 Zimbabwe eVisa 90 days
#146 Cambodia Visa on Arrival 30 days
#148 Tajikistan eVisa 90 days
#149 Gabon eVisa 90 days
#150 Ivory Coast Visa Free 90 days
#151 Sao Tome and Principe eVisa 90 days
#152 Burkina Faso Visa Free 90 days
#153 Togo Visa Free 90 days
#154 Algeria Visa Required -
#155 Guinea Visa Free 90 days
#156 Vietnam eVisa 90 days
#157 Niger Visa Free 90 days
#158 Madagascar Visa on Arrival 30 days
#159 Mauritania Visa on Arrival 30 days
#160 Mali Visa Free 90 days
#161 Equatorial Guinea eVisa 90 days
#162 Bhutan eVisa 90 days
#163 Egypt Visa Required -
#164 Mozambique Visa on Arrival 30 days
#165 Turkmenistan Visa Required -
#166 Angola Visa Required -
#167 Laos Visa on Arrival 30 days
#168 Jordan Visa Required -
#169 Guinea Bissau Visa Free 90 days
#170 Cameroon eVisa 90 days
#171 Haiti Visa Free 90 days
#172 Chad Visa on Arrival 30 days
#173 Comoros Visa on Arrival 30 days
#174 Central African Republic Visa Free 90 days
#175 Djibouti Visa on Arrival 30 days
#176 Liberia Visa Free 90 days
#177 Congo Visa on Arrival 30 days
#178 Sri Lanka Visa on Arrival 30 days
#179 Burundi Visa on Arrival 30 days
#180 Myanmar Visa Required -
#181 Nigeria Visa Free 90 days
#182 Nepal Visa on Arrival 30 days
#183 Lebanon Visa Required -
#184 Ethiopia Visa on Arrival 30 days
#185 Eritrea Visa Required -
#186 DR Congo eVisa 90 days
#187 North Korea Visa Required -
#188 South Sudan eVisa 90 days
#189 Libya eVisa 90 days
#190 Iran Visa on Arrival 30 days
#191 Sudan Visa Required -
#192 Bangladesh Visa on Arrival 30 days
#193 Palestine Visa Required -
#194 Pakistan eVisa 90 days
#195 Yemen Visa Required -
#196 Iraq eVisa 90 days
#197 Somalia eVisa 90 days
#198 Afghanistan Visa Required -
#199 Syria eVisa 90 days

What a Benin Passport Means in 2026

The Benin passport ranks #147 globally in 2026 with a mobility score of 81.1. Its holders can travel to 32 destinations without a prior visa, while 98 countries offer easy-access arrangements. That covers roughly 49.5% of the world — 100 countries still require a standard visa for Benin citizens. This page lists every destination with its current visa type, duration, and requirements, updated continuously.

Top Visa-Free Destinations for Benin Passport Holders

#1 United Arab Emirates #2 Singapore #3 South Korea #4 Australia #5 Malaysia #6 Hong Kong #7 Barbados #8 Bahamas

Regional Access Breakdown for Benin Passport

2
Europe
of 46 total
23
Asia
of 35 total
7
Middle East
of 14 total
46
Africa
of 52 total
14
Americas
of 35 total
6
Oceania
of 14 total

Passports Similar to Benin (Rank #147)

These passports have comparable visa-free access to Benin. Useful for understanding where your passport stands globally.

Cambodia
#146 • 21 destinations
Tajikistan
#148 • 23 destinations
Zimbabwe
#145 • 36 destinations
Gabon
#149 • 26 destinations
Rwanda
#144 • 28 destinations
Ivory Coast
#150 • 28 destinations
Sierra Leone
#143 • 39 destinations
Sao Tome and Principe
#151 • 25 destinations

Benin Passport Power: Full Breakdown

The Benin passport ranks #147 globally in the 2026 mobility index, granting its holders access to 98 of 198 countries (49.5% of the world) without a prior full visa. Here's the complete breakdown by entry type:

  • Visa-free entry: 32 countries
  • Visa on arrival: 27 countries
  • e-Visa: 38 countries
  • Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): 1 countries
  • Full visa required: 100 countries

Where Can Benin Passport Holders Travel Visa-Free — by Region

The Benin passport unlocks different levels of access across the six world regions. Here's how it performs globally:

  • Europe: 2 countries visa-free or easy access
  • Asia: 23 countries visa-free or easy access
  • Middle East: 7 countries visa-free or easy access
  • Africa: 46 countries visa-free or easy access
  • Americas: 14 countries visa-free or easy access
  • Oceania: 6 countries visa-free or easy access

Top 20 Visa-Free Destinations for Benin Passport

The most popular visa-free or easy-access destinations for Benin citizens in 2026, ranked by destination passport strength. Click any country to see detailed entry requirements.

United Arab Emirates • 90 days stay Singapore • 30 days stay South Korea • 90 days stay Australia • 90 days stay Malaysia • 30 days stay Hong Kong • 14 days stay Barbados • 90 days stay Bahamas • 90 days stay Saint Kitts and Nevis • 90 days stay Saint Vincent and the Grenadines • 90 days stay Antigua and Barbuda • 90 days stay Seychelles • 90 days stay Saint Lucia • 30 days stay Macao • 30 days stay Mauritius • 90 days stay Dominica • 21 days stay Colombia • 90 days stay El Salvador • 90 days stay Samoa • 30 days stay Tuvalu • 30 days stay

Fast e-Visa Destinations for Benin Citizens

Benin passport holders can apply online for an e-Visa to the following popular destinations. Processing usually takes 1–7 business days.

United Arab Emirates • E-VISA South Korea • E-VISA Australia • E-VISA Saint Kitts and Nevis • E-VISA Antigua and Barbuda • E-VISA Colombia • E-VISA El Salvador • E-VISA Georgia • E-VISA Albania • E-VISA Moldova • E-VISA

Longest Visa-Free Stays for Benin Passport Holders

These destinations grant Benin citizens the longest permitted visa-free or easy-access stay durations — ideal for extended trips, digital nomads, and long-term travel.

How Benin Compares to Regional Neighbors

Compare Benin with other passports from the same region — see who offers the strongest access and what sets Benin apart.

Seychelles
#60 • 100 destinations
Mauritius
#69 • 95 destinations
South Africa
#97 • 60 destinations
Botswana
#119 • 47 destinations
Morocco
#120 • 38 destinations
Lesotho
#122 • 44 destinations
Namibia
#124 • 42 destinations
Malawi
#128 • 41 destinations

Countries Requiring a Full Visa for Benin Citizens

Benin passport holders must obtain a traditional visa from an embassy or consulate before travelling to the following 100 countries. Always check current requirements with the official embassy.

Spain Denmark Finland France Sweden Italy Germany Belgium Netherlands Luxembourg Austria Portugal Norway Switzerland Greece Ireland Poland Hungary Japan Slovakia Croatia Czech Republic New Zealand Estonia Malta Slovenia Latvia Cyprus Lithuania Romania United Kingdom Bulgaria Iceland Liechtenstein Canada United States Monaco Brazil Argentina Chile

Processing times typically range from 5–30 business days; expedited services may be available at an additional fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What visa requirements does Benin passport holders need to know?

Benin passport holders enjoy access to 32 visa-free destinations and 98 countries with easy access policies. This includes visa-free travel, visa-on-arrival options, and electronic travel authorizations (eTA) that can be obtained quickly online.

The Benin passport is currently ranked #147 globally, providing excellent travel freedom for its citizens.

How can Benin citizens check visa requirements before traveling?

Before traveling, Benin citizens should:

  • Check the visa requirements table above for your specific destination
  • Verify current requirements with the destination country's embassy or consulate
  • Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity remaining
  • Check if you need any health certificates or vaccinations
  • Consider travel insurance requirements for your destination

What's the difference between visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eVisa for Benin travelers?

Visa-free: Benin passport holders can enter without any visa for the specified duration.

Visa-on-arrival: You can obtain a visa upon arriving at the destination country's border or airport.

eVisa: An electronic visa that must be applied for and approved online before traveling.

eTA: Electronic Travel Authorization - a simple online approval required before boarding your flight.

Visa required: A traditional visa must be obtained from an embassy or consulate before traveling.

Can visa requirements change for Benin passport holders?

Visa requirements can change frequently. It is recommended to check with the nearest embassy or consulate of Benin for the most up-to-date information before traveling.

How strong is the Benin passport compared to other passports?

The Benin passport ranks #147 globally with a mobility score of 81.1. This ranking is based on:

  • 32 visa-free destinations
  • 27 visa-on-arrival countries
  • 38 eVisa destinations
  • 1 eTA destinations

You can see how Benin compares to other countries in our interactive chart above.

How often does Benin visa policy for its citizens change?

Visa policies are reviewed regularly. Major changes typically happen after bilateral agreements, elections, or security reviews. We update the Benin data at least quarterly from official sources.

In which region does the Benin passport grant the strongest access?

Based on current data, the Benin passport grants its strongest regional access in Africa with 46 accessible destinations. Review the regional breakdown above for full details.

Can Benin passport holders also benefit from a second passport?

Many travellers combine a Benin passport with a second citizenship (e.g. EU, Caribbean, or investment-based). A second passport can unlock additional visa-free destinations and reduce travel restrictions. Always verify dual-citizenship rules with Benin authorities.

Does visa-free access mean I can work in those countries as a Benin citizen?

No. Visa-free entry is strictly for tourism, short business meetings, or transit. A separate work permit or long-stay visa is required to take up employment, study, or reside in any destination.

Are there digital nomad visas available for Benin passport holders?

Yes — over 50 countries now offer specific digital nomad visas, many accepting Benin citizens. Popular options include Portugal, Estonia, Spain, UAE, Thailand, and Mexico. Requirements usually include proof of remote income and valid health insurance.