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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Germany citizens need a visa for Benin?

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

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Germany vs Benin: passport comparison

Germany

125

visa-free countries

Global rank: #7 · mobility 171.3

Benin

32

visa-free countries

Global rank: #146 · mobility 82
18

countries both Germany and Benin can enter visa-free together

Germany + Benin: passport compatibility

28%

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

Where Germany and Benin travel together — by entry type:

18 both visa-free
15 both visa on arrival
15 both e-visa / eTA
8 both need a visa
141 access differs

Where Germany 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 (18)

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 90 days #48
Cape Verde 30 days #136
Dominica 21 days #70
Ecuador 90 days #104
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Hong Kong 14 days #46
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Senegal 90 days #141
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
South Africa 30 days #97
Tunisia 90 days #131

Where else Germany 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 Germany citizens need a visa for Benin?
Germany citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Benin — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Germany or Benin?
The Germany passport is stronger: 125 visa-free countries versus 32. Global rank: Germany #7, Benin #146.
Where can Germany and Benin citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 18 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 Germany and Benin?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Germany passport ranking

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

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