Beninese visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Benin for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Benin.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Benin.
If you are looking for Benin visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bulgaria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Istanbul: The Consulate of in Istanbul, ~ 347.40 kilometers (215.87 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 16 minutes).
- Ankara: The Embassy of in Ankara, ~ 693.36 kilometers (430.83 mi) away from Sofia, Bulgaria. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 16 minutes).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 38 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 40 | 5.26% |
| 2011 | 42 | 5.00% |
| 2012 | 44 | 4.76% |
| 2013 | 46 | 4.55% |
| 2014 | 48 | 4.35% |
| 2015 | 51 | 6.25% |
| 2016 | 53 | 3.92% |
| 2017 | 56 | 5.66% |
| 2018 | 59 | 5.36% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Bulgaria comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 3.87% smaller than Benin.
As of May 2024, Benin's population is ~13.4 million people - 6,704,282 more people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Benin & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 13,447,053 | 6,742,771 | 6.7 million more people live in Benin than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 155 | Benin has 97 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 31 | 129 | Benin passport holders visit 98 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 164 | Beninese hosts 139 fewer foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 59.
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