Beninese visa for Djiboutian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Djiboutian passport holders visiting Benin for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Djiboutian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Djiboutian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Djiboutian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Djiboutian 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 Djibouti, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 525.06 kilometers (326.26 mi) away from Djibouti, Djibouti. (Working hours: Close now).
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 1149.05 kilometers (713.99 mi) away from Djibouti, Djibouti. (Working hours: Close now).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Djibouti for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Djibouti traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Djibouti) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 19 | N/A |
| 2009 | 19 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 20 | 5.26% |
| 2011 | 21 | 5.00% |
| 2012 | 22 | 4.76% |
| 2013 | 23 | 4.55% |
| 2014 | 24 | 4.35% |
| 2015 | 26 | 8.33% |
| 2016 | 27 | 3.85% |
| 2017 | 28 | 3.70% |
| 2018 | 30 | 7.14% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Djibouti comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Djibouti is approximately 23,180 km2 (8,949 sq mi). This means Djibouti is 4.86 times smaller than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 12,716,904 more people than the population of Djibouti.
We have highlighted Benin & Djibouti’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Djibouti | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 1,061,112 | 12.7 million more people live in Benin than Djibouti |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 25 | Benin has 33 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Djibouti. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 14 | Benin passport holders can visit 17 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 28 | Beninese hosts 3 fewer foreign missions than Djibouti. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Djibouti travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Djibouti visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 30.
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Useful Information
- Porto Novo to Djibouti: 4035.30 km (2507.42 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 24 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025