Beninese visa for Israeli citizens
A visa is NOT required for Israeli passport holders visiting Benin for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Israeli citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Israeli 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 Israel, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Ankara: The Embassy of in Ankara, ~ 996.12 kilometers (618.96 mi) away from Jerusalem, Israel. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 3 minutes).
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 1131.82 kilometers (703.28 mi) away from Jerusalem, Israel. (Working hours: Close now).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Israel for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Israel traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Israel) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 470 | N/A |
| 2009 | 475 | 1.06% |
| 2010 | 498 | 4.84% |
| 2011 | 523 | 5.02% |
| 2012 | 550 | 5.16% |
| 2013 | 578 | 5.09% |
| 2014 | 605 | 4.67% |
| 2015 | 638 | 5.45% |
| 2016 | 668 | 4.70% |
| 2017 | 703 | 5.24% |
| 2018 | 738 | 4.98% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Israel comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Israel is approximately 21,640 km2 (8,355 sq mi). This means Israel is 5.21 times smaller than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 4,430,039 more people than the population of Israel.
We have highlighted Benin & Israel’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Israel | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 9,347,977 | 4.4 million more people live in Benin than Israel |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 104 | Benin has 46 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Israel. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 123 | Benin passport holders visit 92 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 123 | Beninese hosts 98 fewer foreign missions than Israel. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Israel travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Israel visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 738.
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