Transit visa · Cyprus to Benin

e-Visa Transit

e-Visa

• Maximum stay: 1 days
• Processing time: 1-2 days
• Fee: $60 USD
• Validity: 24 hours
• Entry: Single entry

Transit visa required only if leaving the airport during transit. Visa-free transit allowed for up to 24 hours if remaining airside. Typically valid for up to 24 hours.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Travelers from over 140 nationalities transiting through Benin

• Purpose of visit

  Transit through Benin to final destination (leaving airport during transit)

  Includes

  • Transit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph (35x45mm, white background, taken within last 6 months)

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

• Vaccination certificate

  Required vaccines: Yellow fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis); Validity months: 120

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card; Amount: $60 USD

How to apply

1. Online application

   Complete online transit visa application at evisa.bj

2. Document gathering

   Prepare passport biodata page scan, passport photo, and confirmed onward ticket

3. Fee payment

   Pay transit e-Visa fee online via credit/debit card

4. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing (typically 1-2 days)

5. Visa collection

   Receive approved transit e-Visa via email; print and present at port of entry

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.