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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Samoa citizens need a visa for Benin?

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

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Samoa vs Benin: passport comparison

Samoa

81

visa-free countries

Global rank: #77 · mobility 136.8

Benin

32

visa-free countries

Global rank: #146 · mobility 82
15

countries both Samoa and Benin can enter visa-free together

Samoa + Benin: passport compatibility

49%

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

Where Samoa and Benin travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
30 both e-visa / eTA
34 both need a visa
101 access differs

Where Samoa 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 (15)

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
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
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12

Where else Samoa 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 Samoa citizens need a visa for Benin?
Samoa citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Benin — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Samoa or Benin?
The Samoa passport is stronger: 81 visa-free countries versus 32. Global rank: Samoa #77, Benin #146.
Where can Samoa and Benin citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 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 Samoa and Benin?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Samoa passport ranking

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

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