Beninese visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Latvian 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 Latvian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Latvian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian 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 Latvia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Copenhagen: The Embassy of in Copenhagen, ~ 753.04 kilometers (467.92 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 27 minutes).
- Moscow: The Embassy of in Moscow, ~ 810.07 kilometers (503.35 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 27 minutes).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 150 | N/A |
| 2009 | 152 | 1.33% |
| 2010 | 159 | 4.61% |
| 2011 | 167 | 5.03% |
| 2012 | 176 | 5.39% |
| 2013 | 185 | 5.11% |
| 2014 | 194 | 4.86% |
| 2015 | 204 | 5.15% |
| 2016 | 214 | 4.90% |
| 2017 | 225 | 5.14% |
| 2018 | 236 | 4.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Latvia comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 81.29% smaller than Benin.
As of May 2024, Benin's population is ~13.4 million people - 11,642,339 more people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Benin & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 13,447,053 | 1,804,714 | 11.6 million more people live in Benin than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 47 | Benin has 11 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 31 | 137 | Benin passport holders visit 106 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 58 | Beninese hosts 33 fewer foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 236.
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