Beninese visa for Colombian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Colombian 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 Colombian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Colombian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Colombian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Colombian 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 Colombia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Fort-de-France: The Consulate General of in Fort-de-France, ~ 1837.15 kilometers (1141.55 mi) away from Bogota, Colombia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Havana: The Embassy of in Havana, ~ 2239.79 kilometers (1391.74 mi) away from Bogota, Colombia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 14 minutes).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Colombia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Colombia traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Colombia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 113 | N/A |
| 2009 | 114 | 0.88% |
| 2010 | 119 | 4.39% |
| 2011 | 125 | 5.04% |
| 2012 | 132 | 5.60% |
| 2013 | 139 | 5.30% |
| 2014 | 145 | 4.32% |
| 2015 | 153 | 5.52% |
| 2016 | 160 | 4.58% |
| 2017 | 169 | 5.63% |
| 2018 | 177 | 4.73% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Colombia comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Colombia is approximately 1,109,500 km2 (428,380 sq mi). This means Colombia is 9.84 times bigger than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 39,852,551 fewer people than the population of Colombia.
We have highlighted Benin & Colombia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Colombia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 53,630,567 | 39.9 million fewer people live in Benin than Colombia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 164 | Benin has 106 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Colombia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 94 | Benin passport holders visit 63 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 135 | Beninese hosts 110 fewer foreign missions than Colombia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Colombia travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Colombia visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 177.
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