Beninese visa for Italian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Italian 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 Italian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Italian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Italian 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 Italy, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Rome: The Embassy of Benin in Rome, Italy (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 2 minutes)
- Turin: The Consulate General of Benin in Turin, Italy (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 2 minutes)
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Italy for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Italy traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Italy) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,211 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,256 | 1.07% |
| 2010 | 4,458 | 4.75% |
| 2011 | 4,682 | 5.02% |
| 2012 | 4,928 | 5.25% |
| 2013 | 5,174 | 4.99% |
| 2014 | 5,421 | 4.77% |
| 2015 | 5,712 | 5.37% |
| 2016 | 5,981 | 4.71% |
| 2017 | 6,294 | 5.23% |
| 2018 | 6,608 | 4.99% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Italy comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Italy is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi). This means Italy is 2.61 times bigger than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 46,230,346 fewer people than the population of Italy.
We have highlighted Benin & Italy’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Italy | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 60,008,362 | 46.2 million fewer people live in Benin than Italy |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 209 | Benin has 151 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Italy. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 146 | Benin passport holders visit 115 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 549 | Beninese hosts 524 fewer foreign missions than Italy. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Italy travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Italy visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 6,608.
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