Beninese visa for Irish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Irish 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 Irish citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Irish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish 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 Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Consulate General of in London, ~ 535.94 kilometers (333.02 mi) away from Dublin, Ireland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 14 minutes).
- Lille: The Consulate General of in Lille, ~ 789.94 kilometers (490.85 mi) away from Dublin, Ireland. (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 Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,053 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,064 | 1.04% |
| 2010 | 1,114 | 4.70% |
| 2011 | 1,170 | 5.03% |
| 2012 | 1,232 | 5.30% |
| 2013 | 1,294 | 5.03% |
| 2014 | 1,355 | 4.71% |
| 2015 | 1,428 | 5.39% |
| 2016 | 1,495 | 4.69% |
| 2017 | 1,574 | 5.28% |
| 2018 | 1,652 | 4.96% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Ireland comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 63.68% smaller than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 8,561,246 more people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted Benin & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 5,216,770 | 8.6 million more people live in Benin than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 87 | Benin has 29 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 135 | Benin passport holders visit 104 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 82 | Beninese hosts 57 fewer foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 1,652.
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