Beninese visa for Danish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Danish 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 Danish citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Danish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Danish citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Danish 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 Denmark, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Copenhagen: The Embassy of Benin in Copenhagen, Denmark (Working hours: Close now. Open in 30 minutes)
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Denmark for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Denmark traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Denmark) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 790 | N/A |
| 2009 | 798 | 1.01% |
| 2010 | 836 | 4.76% |
| 2011 | 878 | 5.02% |
| 2012 | 924 | 5.24% |
| 2013 | 970 | 4.98% |
| 2014 | 1,016 | 4.74% |
| 2015 | 1,071 | 5.41% |
| 2016 | 1,121 | 4.67% |
| 2017 | 1,180 | 5.26% |
| 2018 | 1,239 | 5.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Denmark comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Denmark is approximately 42,430 km2 (16,382 sq mi). This means Denmark is 2.66 times smaller than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 7,884,451 more people than the population of Denmark.
We have highlighted Benin & Denmark’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Denmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 5,893,565 | 7.9 million more people live in Benin than Denmark |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 89 | Benin has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Denmark. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 145 | Benin passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 160 | Beninese hosts 135 fewer foreign missions than Denmark. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Denmark travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Denmark visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 1,239.
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