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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa for Benin?

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Costa Rica citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Benin — applied for online before departure.

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Costa Rica vs Benin: passport comparison

Costa Rica

91

visa-free countries

Global rank: #62 · mobility 147.3

Benin

32

visa-free countries

Global rank: #146 · mobility 82
14

countries both Costa Rica and Benin can enter visa-free together

Costa Rica + Benin: passport compatibility

44%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Costa Rica and Benin travel together — by entry type:

14 both visa-free
20 both visa on arrival
28 both e-visa / eTA
24 both need a visa
111 access differs

Where Costa Rica and Benin can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (14)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 30 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Ecuador 90 days #104
Haiti 90 days #175
Hong Kong 14 days #46
Malaysia 30 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
South Africa 30 days #97
Tunisia 90 days #131

Where else Costa Rica goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Benin

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Costa Rica citizens need a visa for Benin?
Costa Rica citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Benin — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Costa Rica or Benin?
The Costa Rica passport is stronger: 91 visa-free countries versus 32. Global rank: Costa Rica #62, Benin #146.
Where can Costa Rica and Benin citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Benin?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Costa Rica and Benin?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Costa Rica passport ranking

Where else the Costa Rica passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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